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Time – it’s a big topic and a challenging concept to explain. Yet introducing the idea of time and teaching your child about time passing is really important to help…

Child Care Services Training is looking for motivated people who are keen to start a career as a Childhood Educator to take part in their Pre-employment program. Program participants will…

Sign language is an incredible tool that can help children around the world with hearing impairments and deafness to communicate. It helps to prevent deaf children from becoming isolated and…

Children love ball games and playing with balls can have a hugely positive impact on a child’s development. From building hand-eye coordination and gross motor skills to developing a child’s…

Bright lights, light projectors, multi-coloured lights – have you noticed how much babies and young children enjoy watching and interacting with lights? It’s not surprising when you consider that lights…

Screen time. Has it become an issue in your home? Does your child regularly ask for a screen (such as the TV, mobile phone or tablet)? Perhaps you have unintentionally…

Adelaide has played host to the VALO Adelaide 500 since 1999. It’s one of Australia’s largest domestic motor sport events and it’s watched by millions across the world.  Many children…

From 1 July 2023, families using child care must pay the gap fee using electronic means. The gap fee is the difference between the provider’s fee and the Child Care Subsidy…

As we enter the hot Summer months, sun safety becomes one of the most important topics that caregivers or parents to young children should focus on to avoid dangerous exposure…

The COVID 19 pandemic brought a whole new awareness to handwashing and hygiene – yet parents and caregivers have long been familiar with the rate at which germs can spread. …

Resilience is a big word in education at the moment and for good reason – it’s an incredibly valuable skill to teach your child.  Building resilience takes time and effort…

Emotions can be hugely overwhelming for children and adults alike. Investing the time to regularly talk about feelings with your child is one of the best things you can do…

Although none of us want to think about being in an emergency situation either with or without our children, it’s important to be prepared if a situation does arise. Teaching…

Is it time to start your career as an Educator in an early education and care setting? Child Care Services Training is seeking motivated and committed people to take part in…

Reading to your child is one of the best things you can do to help them learn about the world around them. It’s a brilliant activity to do with your…

As adults, we all have different temperaments and children are no different. Shyness is a normal behaviour in babies and children, and there is certainly nothing wrong with it. The…

Toddler tantrums are a natural part of child development – and they can be stressful for everyone involved. Learning how to help your child to deal with their tantrums is…

We all want the best for our children. Teaching them how to live healthily is one of the most valuable gifts you can offer them in terms of a happy…

For many families, the first nine months of parenthood can be a unique but also overwhelming time. There’s a huge amount to learn and it feels like your baby is…

Today’s children are growing up in a world where sustainability and environmental issues are constantly being discussed around them. The future of the planet is the future of our children…

Whether you embrace the joy messy play brings or perhaps find the clean up a little bit of a headache – one thing is for sure, messy play is always…

The Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race started in 1945 and has grown to be one of the most well-known events in the world. It is known in the yacht…

It’s Christmas time and children love the festive season! With plenty of activities and sights, there is something for all ages to enjoy at this time of the year. Getting…

Whatever age your child is, getting them in the kitchen can be a fun and rewarding experience for everyone involved. With a little time, creativity and some extra cleaning up,…

Trying to keep your child constantly entertained can be a real challenge! To relieve some of the stress, start implementing independent play for your child. Many parents feel guilty about…

The days are warmer now that spring is here. There are so many activities you can do with your children to celebrate the outdoors and the changes that occur in…

Do you find catering for kids a challenge? Between various allergies and dietary restrictions, it can be hard to find recipes that will not only cater for every child, but…

Bounce SA is described as an ‘indoor adventure park’ offering a much needed adrenaline rush for children of all ages. It certainly will grab the attention of little ones and…

Keeping your child safe while driving is a top priority for any parent or guardian. But with so many different car seats and laws, it can be tough to keep…

Rainy, cold days in the winter months can feel long when you’ve got young children. Yet there are a few simple ways you can liven up time spent indoors, and…

As the weather changes and temperatures drop, it’s a good time to discuss the four seasons with your child. There are so many fun and creative activities you can do…

Art, Light, Music and Technology. Any one of these four key elements of Illuminate Adelaide are exciting to young children, but all of them together? This is a real sensory…

The school holidays have arrived! With some time off of school to reset and recharge, the holidays are a special time for families to spend time together and try all sorts…

Exposing children to different cultures and communities both at home and abroad is incredibly valuable for their development and understanding of the world.  Events such as the Barunga Festival, which…

We’ve all got busy lives, and having children (whether you’re working another job or not) can feel like you’re juggling a lot. So often it’s easy to find ourselves answering…

Many parents struggle with set ‘activities’ to do with their babies especially when at home. With lots of changes to classes and group sessions due to COVID-19, it’s worth getting…

There are so many benefits to encouraging children to have a healthy relationship with the natural world and this includes all types of animals. Australia has some of the most…

At Stepping Stone Childcare and Early Development Centres, we believe that belonging shapes not only who children are, but also who they will become. It is at the heart of…

As adults it’s easy to forget how much is going on with toddlers in terms of emotions, thoughts, learning processes and development. These very small people are often dealing with…

Easter can be a very fun and exciting time for children, with an extra long weekend, hot cross buns and chocolate galore, what’s not to love? If your children get…

Adelaide Fringe, which this year runs from February 19th to March 21st, is the Southern Hemisphere’s biggest arts festival. A key event on the calendar since 1960, this event offers…

At Stepping Stone SA, we love to use current events to help to introduce children to the world around them. Sporting events are ideal for children to start to understand…

A useful reminder: Before you start to consider all the ways that you can protect your children in the Summer heat, it’s important to remember that they look to you…

Spending extra time with your family has been one of the small silver linings to emerge as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic across the world. More than ever, parents…

If you get the Child Care Subsidy and are doing less work, study or other recognised activity because of coronavirus you may be eligible for more subsidised care. To be…

Child Care Services Training, in association with the Department for Innovation and Skills is seeking motivated and committed people from Adelaide’s northern suburbs to complete the Stepping Stone (SA) Childcare…

Dear Families, Following changes to the South Australian Public Health Act 2011 (the Act), from 7 August 2020, children will not be able to enrol in or attend early childhood…

Dear Families, If you received Child Care Subsidy (CCS) for 2018-19, you must confirm your income with Centrelink. This includes CCS paid directly to you and CCS paid on your…

A new initiative from Kids Alive is set to entertain and educate families about water safety. The Kids Alive ‘Couch Concerts’ is a series of free online events starting June…

With an increasing number of families currently isolating at home, we have collated a list of useful learning resources you can use at home to continue to develop your children’s…

As of today, the World Health Organisation has declared the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) a pandemic. With this in mind, Stepping Stone (SA) Childcare & Early Development Centres will be closely following…

Books can open up entirely new worlds to children of all ages. Igniting creativity encourages imagination and gets children further stimulated in their emotional development. It’s never too early to…

In light of the recent bushfire emergencies across many regions of Australia, including South Australia, the Australian Childcare Alliance has collated some useful information for both early learning service providers and…

Sensory play is one of the most exciting and enjoyable ways for children to learn and develop. Not only does sensory play help to develop and build gross and fine…

Helping your child to embrace the use of their five senses is one of the greatest gifts you can give them. Naturally, babies and infants will begin using and exploring…

If you’re a parent, you’ll understand the importance of always having snacks on hand for the kids when you’re all out and about.  Hunger can strike kids at any time…

As ANZAC Day approaches, our centres will be commemorating this anniversary in their own unique way to educate the children about the importance and meaning of this day, while honouring…

Do you do yoga? Think about how it makes you feel and what you gain from it. There’s a certain playfulness and childlike nature to much of yoga so it’s…

If your child is enjoying the benefits of an Early Development centre, you’ll want to know how you can join them in their educational journey and help to enrich their…

Making pizzas together is brilliant fun for all the family and is a great way to spend some quality time with your children. Why not try this over a weekend…

We all know that children need physical activity. Both adults and children can go stir crazy when they’re cooped up indoors all day so it’s essential that young children are…

We’re pleased to announce that registrations are now open for the 2018 Pedagogical Conference, with this year’s theme, ‘A Child’s Mind Is Not a Bucket to Fill, But a Fire to…

Playdough has been around in various forms for years. You probably remember a version of it from your own childhood – whether it was home made or poured out from…

Did you see our Stepping Stone Evanston Childcare & Early Development Centre featured in the Northern Weekly? Our wonderful educator Trista, pictured with Tiana and Harry from our Evanston centre,…

For any parent, waving off your child on their first day of school is both a joyous and an emotional day. To make you, and them, feel as comfortable and…

From 2 July 2018, the child care fee assistance your family receives will change. As this date is just around the corner, you will need to provide some information and…

We’re pretty lucky in Australia to have a great climate for kids to be outside almost all year round. However, there are the occasional rainy days where you’ll have to…