The Environment as the Third Teacher In early childhood education, you may hear the phrase “the environment is the third teacher.” While it might sound unfamiliar at first, the idea is simple — children learn not only from educators and families, but also from the spaces around them. At Tillys Play & Development Centres, we…
DetailsWhat Is a QIP? (Quality Improvement Plan) You may have heard your centre mention a QIP, or Quality Improvement Plan — but what does that actually mean? In early childhood education and care, a QIP is an important document that helps services reflect, grow and continuously improve the quality of care and education they provide.…
DetailsUnderstanding the Benefits of Music in Early Childhood Music is a powerful part of childhood. From lullabies with babies to singing, dancing and rhythm games with older children, music naturally becomes part of a child’s everyday experiences. In early childhood, music is more than just entertainment — it plays an important role in development, learning…
DetailsThe Jellyfish Room at Tillys The Junction recently enjoyed a fun and engaging cooking experience with Chef Courtney, giving the children the opportunity to explore, mix, measure and create together. Our cooking experiences are an important part of our early childhood education program, encouraging hands-on learning while supporting children’s confidence, independence and creativity. Through following…
DetailsWhat Is Assessment and Rating in Early Childhood Education and Care? Families often see assessment and rating displayed at their child’s centre, but may wonder what it really means. Assessment and rating is a national process that ensures early childhood education and care services meet high standards for quality, safety and learning. At Tillys, assessment…
DetailsWednesday Playgroup at Tillys The Junction! We’re so excited to welcome local families into our beautiful new centre for our FREE Community Playgroup at Tillys located inside Junction Fair! Come along to meet our friendly team, connect with other families, and give your little one the opportunity to play, explore, create and make new friends…
DetailsOutdoor Play in Winter: Outdoor Learning Doesn’t Stop When the Temperature Drops As the weather cools down, it’s natural for families to wonder whether children should still be playing outside. At Tillys, we strongly believe that outdoor play is just as important in winter as it is in the warmer months. With the right clothing…
DetailsHow Children Learn Through Everyday Routines In early childhood, learning doesn’t just happen during planned activities or group times — it happens all day, every day, through simple routines and everyday tasks. From washing hands to packing away toys, routines play a powerful role in supporting children’s learning, confidence and independence. At Tillys, we intentionally…
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