Freya Lucas

Adelaide

Editor at The Sector

Content Specialist at Australian Journal of Early Childhood

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Articles

Storypark’s evolution - A remarkable journey to the heart of ECEC values and practice

1 month ago | thesector.com.au | Freya Lucas

Over the years, it has become known as more than just a platform; it has become a reflection of the values early childhood education and care (ECEC) professionals hold dearly: child-centred, collaborative, and reflective.
Free support for Worker Retention Payment grant

1 month ago | thesector.com.au | Freya Lucas

“We strongly encourage you to get started now, to ensure you meet the necessary deadlines and secure your eligibility for payment,” Australian Childcare Alliance (ACA) President Paul Mondo said.
Peak disability organisations call for roadmap for inclusivity

2 months ago | thesector.com.au | Freya Lucas

The call has been prompted by the findings of a recent Children and Young people with Disability Australia (CYDA) survey which revealed that three out of four disabled students were bullied and 72 per cent were excluded from school events and activities Based on the survey findings the coalition of peaks has called for a clear, timely and evidence-based plan to transform Australia’s education system so that every student – including in the years before school – is genuinely included and...
ECEC Provider in Focus: Genesis Family Day Care Services

2 months ago | thesector.com.au | Freya Lucas

What is the history of Genesis Family Day Care services? Service approval was granted in July 2015, with the first assessment and rating visit taking place in 2018 with an outcome of Meeting the National Quality Standard, followed by a second assessment and rating process in 2023, which again had the outcome of Meeting. What is the Genesis Family Day Care vision and approach to learning?
QCCS embraces Reboot Life program

2 months ago | thesector.com.au | Freya Lucas

Created by Rebooting Life, the Reboot Program teaches a neuroscience-based ‘whole-brain’ framework to assist educators, parents and children in enhancing emotional wellbeing, promoting trauma-informed practices and creating thriving learning environments. QCCS General Manager Laura Faalili said the program has become an integral part of the QCCS curriculum, one which is popular with children, parents and educators alike.
Regional NSW NFP providers encouraged to apply for grant

2 months ago | thesector.com.au | Freya Lucas

Grants of up to $5,000 are available to support programs, services, events, equipment and facility upgrades that enhance the wellbeing of communities in regional NSW. Moulamein Preschool, which received a grant last year, used the funding to reduce start-up costs for their new long day care service, helping to make early childhood education and care (ECEC) more affordable for local families.
Director and Educational Leader Alison Teece benefits from VELP

2 months ago | thesector.com.au | Freya Lucas

She applied for the Victorian Educational Leadership Program (VELP) in March 2024 in search of new information and network connections beyond her service and local area, seeking the opportunity to engage in discussions that considered different leadership styles and strategies removed from her own service.
10 year celebrations for Griffith Central Preschool

2 months ago | thesector.com.au | Freya Lucas

The preschool’s current manager Allyce Clark gave a speech outlining the history of the preschool, which dates back to 2006 when sister service Dorothy Waide long day care was asked to take over the management of PCYV Brightsparks Preschool and the Cubby House Occasional Care service.
Repurpose It holds sustainability incursions

2 months ago | thesector.com.au | Freya Lucas

Since July 2024, Repurpose It has hosted 45-minute sessions with early childhood centres in the Victorian communities of Hume and Whittlesea, covering essential sustainability topics such as waste sorting, composting, and waste reduction. The aim is to educate children on the work of recyclers such as Repurpose It.The sessions connect with young people to gauge their level of understanding about waste streams, how they are used and where materials go once they leave the bins at home.
Teachers Health wins 2 customer satisfaction awards

2 months ago | thesector.com.au | Freya Lucas

Early childhood educators and teachers who are members of either the Independent Education Union (IEU) or Australian Education Union (AEU) are eligible to be Teachers Health members, with the insurer having been created over 70 years ago “by teachers, for teachers.”Teachers Health won both Private Health Insurer of the Year 2024 and Private Health Insurer of the Year 2024 (Not-for- Profit or Restricted).