Risky Play: Why It Matters for Children’s Development At Tillys, we understand that play is much more than just fun — it’s how children learn, explore, and develop crucial life skills. One type of play that is often misunderstood but incredibly important is risky play. What is Risky Play? Risky play is the kind of…
Physical Activity in the Early Years: Building Strong Foundations Physical activity plays a vital role in children’s health, development and wellbeing — especially in the early years. During this time, children develop essential movement skills, confidence and a love for being active that can last a lifetime. At Tillys Play & Development Centres, we recognise…
Early Childhood Nutrition Early childhood nutrition plays a vital role in supporting children’s growth, development and lifelong health. The early years are a critical time to build strong foundations, helping children develop positive relationships with food that can last well beyond their time in early learning. Building a Strong Foundation From the Start Children’s bodies…
Cooks Meetings – Did You Know? Did you know that behind every nutritious, delicious meal served at Tillys Play & Development Centres is a team of passionate, highly skilled cooks who regularly come together to share knowledge, ideas and best practice? Throughout the year, Tillys holds regular cooks meetings, bringing our centre cooks and chefs…
CARDIFF RATED EXCEEDING AGAIN! Following Tillys Cardiff recent Assessment and Rating visit, they have once again been rated EXCEEDING the National Quality Standard (NQS) in ALL 7 quality areas! This continued Exceeding rating reflects the dedication, passion and professionalism of our incredible Cardiff team, and the strong partnerships they share with their families. Achieving this…
We’re so excited to have Uncle Doug working his magic on our second mural at Tillys Cooranbong This beautiful artwork in our outdoor playground brings together all of our Australian animal room names, celebrating our connection to culture, community and the incredible wildlife we learn about each day. It’s already looking amazing and we can’t…
Understanding Developmental Milestones (0–5 Years) The early years of a child’s life are a time of remarkable growth and change. From a baby’s first smile to a preschooler’s growing independence, children develop a wide range of skills between birth and five years. These changes are often referred to as developmental milestones. At Tillys, we support…
Are you attending the Maitland Show? Keep an eye out for Tillys Gillieston Heights Scarecrow. This years theme is ‘Chatacters of Maitland’. The Gillieston Heights educators and Area Manger Amy discussed some of Maitlands Local legends and collectively made the decision to honour the memory of John Partridge. John Partridge dedicated his life to his…
Recently, Educators from Tillys Waratah 2 spent the morning intentionally engaging with the Salamander Bay Recycle Centre and local op shops to thoughtfully source resources that would enhance and enrich their learning environments. With each room allocated a budget, educators carefully selected ceramic pieces, glassware and silverware, considering how these authentic, open-ended materials could support…
Why Social Play Matters: Building Friendships at Tillys From the earliest years of life, children are learning how to connect with others. Being social plays a vital role in early childhood development, helping children build friendships, understand emotions and develop the skills they need to form positive relationships throughout life. At Tillys, we recognise that…