What Are The EYLF and MTOP? If you have a child in early learning or school-age care, you may hear educators talk about the EYLF or MTOP. These may sound like complex educational terms, but at their heart, they are simply frameworks that guide how children are supported to learn, grow and develop in education…
Meet Our Nominated Supervisor – Kylie We are so excited to introduce the incredible leader behind our beautiful new centre at Tillys The Junction – Kylie Kylie has been a valued part of the Tillys family for over 10 years, beginning her journey at our Waratah 1 centre before playing a key role in opening…
Room Spotlight: Sea Turtle Room 3-6 Step into our Sea Turtle space at Tillys The Junction— where curiosity comes alive and little learners grow BIG ideas every day! This welcoming environment is designed to inspire exploration, creativity and confidence. From hands on learning stations to cozy reading corners, every part of the room invites children…
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…