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Why Complete and Up to Date Immunisation is Needed Before Enrolling Your Kids in Kindergarten

23 April 2020

Immunisation is important since vaccine-preventable diseases, such as measles or mumps, can have serious health consequences for young children and others in the community. The child care and classroom environment, where children are in close proximity to each other, allows diseases to spread quickly between children who are not fully vaccinated. Other visitors such as parents and other family members, are also at risk if they are not vaccinated. You can help protect your child by ensuring his or her vaccinations are up-to-date. Immunisation Basics When enrolling your child into a child care service, community kindergarten or school, you need […]

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SunSmart Policy and Its Objectives for Kindergarten Students

08 April 2020

The SunSmart policy is a combination of sun protection measures for all outdoor activities from September to the end of April and whenever  ultraviolet radiation (UV) levels reach three and above, the level that can damage skin and eyes. A balance of ultraviolet radiation (UV) exposure is important for health. Too much of the sun’s UV can cause sunburn, skin and eye damage and skin cancer. Sun exposure in the first 10 years of life is a major factor in determining future skin cancer risk. Below is an overview of the SunSmart policy and its objectives for kindergarten students. SunSmart […]

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The Importance of Promoting Good Oral Language and Communication Skills in Kindergarten

27 March 2020

Good oral language and communication skills are one of the primary things your child needs to learn in the early stages of his life. In order to express his needs and preferences, he has  to develop a certain oral language and communication skill that would be comprehensible enough for his immediate environment to understand – including but not limited to his parents, guardians, and kindergarten instructors. This will enable your child to convey essential messages such as the need to go potty, or expression of hunger or pain. Below are some of the importance of good oral language and communication […]

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Important Steps to Take to Prepare Your Child for Kindergarten

06 March 2020

Figuring out the things necessary in preparing your child for kindergarten can be a struggle. Not only will you constantly worry about the worst case scenarios, but you will also deal with the fact that your child is embarking on a new journey towards self-development. Luckily, below are important steps to take to prepare your child for kindergarten. Easy Routine Transition In the weeks before the start of school, you can begin to change routines like bedtime and breakfast. Predictable routines are important in early childhood and changes in routines have been linked to difficulties adjusting to kindergarten. It is […]

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Kindergarten 101: How Should Parents Guide Their Children with Their Homework

21 February 2020

These days, kindergarten homework is a common occurrence, and many children will need help from their parents as they become familiar with completing at-home assignments. During the kindergarten years, homework activities are generally geared toward teaching letter sounds, letter formation, simple words, number formation, and basic math concepts such as making patterns. When helping kindergarten students with homework, parents can reinforce ideas learned at school while guiding their children toward good homework habits. Below is how parents should guide their children with their homework. Letter Recognition and Writing These tips are useful for parents who are helping their kids with […]

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