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Enrolments for 2026 Are Now Open at Imagine Childcare!

Now accepting enrolments for 2026 — including our Kindergarten and Preschool Programs! At Imagine Childcare, we believe every child deserves the best start in life. Our purpose-built centres have been thoughtfully designed to create nurturing,…

Halloween Crafts to Inspire Learning and Creativity

Halloween is the perfect time for little hands to get creative! Beyond the costumes and treats, craft time can be a wonderful opportunity for children to learn, explore, and strengthen important developmental skills, especially their fine motor…
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Common Misconceptions About Childcare and Early Childhood Education

Early Childhood Education plays a vital role in a child’s development, yet many myths and misconceptions still surround it. From doubts about play-based learning to misunderstandings about structured programs, these myths can make it difficult…
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Exploring Concepts of Space and Solar Systems in Early Childhood Education

This week across our Imagine Childcare centres, children have been reaching for the stars as we celebrate Space Week 2025. Our Educators have been sparking curiosity about the wonders of the universe through play, creativity, and exploration. From…
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Creating Healthy Tech Boundaries at Home for Young Children

In today’s digital world, screens are everywhere, from smartphones and tablets to TVs and even smart toys. While technology can be a helpful tool, especially for learning and entertainment, it’s important for young children to have boundaries…
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Imagine Childcare and Preschool Orange Recognised at the Central West Early Childhood Awards

We are thrilled to share some exciting news from Imagine Childcare and Preschool Orange! Our centre has been nominated for the Excellence in Teamwork and Culture award at the 2025 Central West Early Childhood Awards, an event recognising outstanding…
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How We Approach Dietary Requirements and Allergy Management at Imagine Childcare

At Imagine Childcare, we understand that every child is unique, and their dietary requirements, food preferences, and allergy needs are no exception. Ensuring mealtimes are safe, enjoyable, and nutritious is one of our highest priorities - that’s…
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Australia’s Child Care Subsidy in 2026: Activity Test Changes and 3-Day Guarantee

From 5 January 2026, big changes are coming to the Child Care Subsidy (CCS). The government has confirmed the introduction of the long-discussed “3-Day Guarantee”, along with updates to how the CCS Activity Test works. In this week’s…
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Standing Together for Child Protection Week

Every child deserves to feel safe, supported, and cared for. This week is National Child Protection Week—an important reminder that the safety and wellbeing of children is everyone’s responsibility. At our Imagine Childcare centres,…
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Celebrating Our Amazing Educators on Early Childhood Educators’ Day 2025

On Wednesday, 3rd September, our Imagine Childcare centres proudly joined services across Australia in celebrating Early Childhood Educators’ Day — a national event dedicated to recognising the extraordinary work Educators do every single…
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From Solo to Social: Understanding the 6 Stages of Early Childhood Play

Playtime from 0–5 is one of the most important ways children learn, grow, and make sense of the world. Through play, children develop social skills, emotional understanding, problem-solving abilities, language, and creativity. During the…
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Book an Adventure: The Magic of Reading in the Early Years

At Imagine Childcare, we believe that reading with children is one of the richest learning experiences you can have. It’s because of this that the Children’s Book Council of Australia’s National Book Week is one of our favourite weeks…