FEATURED SERVICES
MindChamps Early Learning Penrith is located at 16-19 Lambridge Place (off Andrews Road), in the same complex as Atmosphere Health & Fitness, Nutrition Station, and Nepean Aquatic Centre. The site has ample outdoor and covered parking. The Centre is currently rated Exceeding the National Quality Standards.
We are open from Monday to Friday 6.30am to 6.30pm and cater for up to 92 children.
At MindChamps Penrith we have a state-of-the-art outdoor play area which incorporates water play features, in-ground trampolines, fixed climbing equipment, sandpits and shade sails. Our carefully placed shade sails allow the play areas to be used in any kind of weather, so children can enjoy their play sessions daily.
All our meals are nutritious and delicious, prepared on site by our expert cook – with breakfast, morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea all provided.
Our carefully designed curriculum is based on internationally validated research and aligns with the Australian EYLF Framework. Our team of teachers is passionate and dedicated to creating enriching experiences for children under their care, and to empower them in both creativity and structured thinking.
MindChamps Early Learning @ Penrith offers every child the opportunity to discover the champion in them! Contact us for more information.
MindChamps Early Learning Ropes Crossing is conveniently located on Hollows Parade, with parking and entry to the centre via Guild Place. The centre has an abundance of onsite parking and easy access to the main entrance. We are open from Monday to Friday, 7 am to 6.30 pm, and cater for 138 children.
At our centre, we have a state-of-the-art outdoor play area for children of all ages (6 weeks – 6 years old) which incorporates water play features, fixed climbing equipment, sandpits and shade sails. Our carefully placed sails allow the play areas to be used in any kind of weather, so children can enjoy the benefits of outdoor playtime daily.All our meals are nutritious and delicious, prepared on site by our expert cook, with breakfast, morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea all provided.
Our carefully designed curriculum is based on internationally validated research and aligns with the Australian EYLF Framework. Our team of teachers is passionate and dedicated to creating enriching experiences for children under their care, and to empower our children in both creativity and structured thinking.
Contact us for more information.
Established in 2010, First Aid For You has been delivering courses that are designed to make you think, laugh and learn along the way.
We provide professional hands-on group training for 5 people or more.
We come to you at home or at work, 7 days a week, conducting courses at a time that suits.
Delivering both accredited courses and information sessions in:
- First Aid For Families ( 2 hours and perfect for all parents and carers of children)
- HLTAID003 Provide First Aid
- HLTAID004 Provide an emergency first aid response in an education and care setting
- HLTAID001 Cardio pulmonary resuscitation
- 22024VIC Emergency Management of Asthma
- 22099VIC First aid management of Anaphylaxis
FAFY Trainers are dedicated, passionate, qualified mix of paramedics, nurses, medical specialists, child and adult educators BUT most importantly amazingly talented and experienced MUMS.
We also run First Aid for KIDS Workshops – a 1 hour interactive, fun and very informative first aid course just for 5 – 12yr olds. Are your Kids ready to be Superheroes and help save a life? Bookings are now available for School Incursions, Vacation and After Hour School Cares and private workshops.
For more information visit www.firstaidforyou.com.au or call 1300 853 050
Little Fishes Swim School
Welcome to Little Fishes, our award winning Swim School in Oakhurst. We are a family business and have created a friendly, welcoming environment for children and parents.
At Little Fishes, while our friendly Austswim and CRP qualified instructors are teaching your children to swim, we offer our parents the choice of watching your children’s lessons from the comfort of our air conditioned coffee lounge & play area, or from seats right at the edge of the pool.
Little Fishes Swim School classes provide children with water familiarisation, water confidence and stroke technique as well as swim to survive for children aged from 6 months. Our swim school is endorsed by Royal Life Saving Australia, Austswim and Swim Australia.
Contact us for more information.
A fresh and innovative online seminar!
Gen Jereb's The Traffic Jam In My Brain is a Sensory Processing Approach to Challenges Associated with Autism, ADHD, Learning and Behavioural Differences, presented by international speaker Genevieve Jereb OTR.
Now you can view the workshop on your own schedule (broadband Internet connection required on a single computer), learning at your own pace how to help support children to “learn and thrive from the inside out.” Gen Jereb's dynamic, practical tools incorporate:
- Regulation
- Respiration
- Rhythm
- Relationship
Improved video quality, and MOBILE ACCESS. Start watching on your desktop, then continue on your mobile or tablet. (Note that mobile data rates may apply.) If you can watch a YouTube video, you can watch Gen Jereb's Traffic Jam In My Brain ONLINE.
This online experience comprises seven contact hours of Gen’s acclaimed methodology and will be available from October 1st through November 14th, 2018!
https://sensorytools.net/collections/workshops/
products/traffic-jam-in-my-brain-online-workshop
Hearty Health
The start of Spring means a new Spring Menu release at Hearty Health! Packed with delicious dishes, flavours and freshness there is no better time to try our meals than right now.
Some highlights from the Hearty Health Spring Menu include our new Hearty Health Chicken Corn and Sweet Potato Pie and the eagerly awaited Taco/Burrito Sensation.
Designed especially for children in Child Care, the Hearty Health Menu contains all the nutrients children need to keep them happy and full all day long. Hearty Health plan and create the menu, make the meals and then deliver straight to your fridge, plus there are options for allergen and cultural requirements! We take the stress out of meal time and save you time and money.
We invite you to book in a free tasting of our Spring Menu so you can taste the difference that Hearty Health makes…one meal at a time.
Contact Hearty Health at www.heartyhealth.com.au or 1300 728 762 to book a tasting of our delicious Spring menu and see what all the fuss is about.
PARENT INFORMATION
Eating & Toddlers
After the age of 12 to 18 months, there is a definite change in children's eating patterns as their growth slows down and they require less food. It is common for parents to be concerned that their toddlers are not eating enough or seem to be becoming fussy with the type of food they will eat.
Toddler eating behaviour:
- eat less
- like to eat frequently
- may become fussy with their food
- like to handle and explore their food
- may develop strong likes and dislikes ... and frequently change their minds about what they like and what they don't like!
- frequently mimic the eating behaviours of their parents
Meal times
Parents need to provide a safe, comfortable environment, and food that is nutritious and appropriate to the age and stage of your toddler.
Remember toddlers enjoy:
- eating with the family and they will often try to eat from other people's plates
- eating without interference from others as they will use a spoon as well as their fingers - but be prepared for a bit of a mess and meal times to be time consuming
- eating small meals or snacks at regular intervals
- helping with simple food preparation - toddlers will often snack on the food as they help you
- having things ready straight away - they don't like to wait for anything so BEFORE sitting your toddlers in their high chair have their food ready to eat
- drinking milk and juice - this can decrease their appetite - so limit these types of drinks or add water to dilute the concentration
Things to remember:
- Aim to make mealtimes enjoyable for the whole family ... not a battleground
- If your family normally eats their evening meal late, your toddler may be tired and will need to eat earlier
- Provide a variety of foods
- Encourage safe eating habits - always get your child to sit down to eat
- Praise your child for eating a range of foods rather than the quantity of food they eat
- Reduce distractions during mealtime - turn off the television
Toddlers like attention:
- If behaviour is positive - praise
- if behaviour is disruptive ue distractions, or remove them from the table and re-offer once again a short time later
- Always wash your hands and your toddler's hands prior to handling food
Reassure yourself with the following thoughts, young children:
· eat when hungry
· never starve to death from refusing food
If Still Concerned
Keeping a record of what your toddler eats for a week can be helpful. You might find:
- They eat more food than you thought they did
- There is a pattern of too much milk or juice that is decreasing their appetite
- Too many snack foods are being allowed between meals
If you remain concerned ask for help from your child and family health nurse or local doctor.
