When Annette Hutt first “fell into” her role as a family day care educator in a small rural community, she could scarcely have foreseen the remarkable journey ahead. Three decades on, she remains devoted to nurturing children in the farming hub of Wudinna, South Australia, a testament to the power of consistency, care and community connection.
The Atlantis Group proudly marked a significant milestone this week, welcoming Federal Member for Fremantle, Josh Wilson MP, to its newest early learning centre , Tall Tree Early Learning White Gum Valley ahead of the service’s official opening.
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Heat management in early childhood services is usually framed as a health and safety issue, sun protection, hydration, rest, and reducing the risk of heat illness. New research suggests it may also be a learning and development issue, with unusually high temperatures linked to lower rates of being “developmentally on track” for some foundational skills in the preschool years.
