Transforming the Curriculum through Art at Fairlight 1

At Fairlight 1, art is an integral part of our curriculum, and each year we explore its benefits through our Annual Art Show. This event not only celebrates the children’s creativity but also engages our families and community in the learning process. Throughout the year, our classrooms are transformed into galleries, displaying the projects and … Continued

Recycling Project at OAC St Leonards

  At OAC St Leonards, a fantastic new sustainability project is underway, thanks to one of the educators, Anne. She noticed that old, dried-out stationery—like textas and lids—was piling up around the campus. The children loved collecting them, but they didn’t have much use once they’d run out. Looking for a way to repurpose these … Continued

Tanabata Star Festival at OAC Enmore

Tanabata Star Festival at OAC Enmore Recently, OAC Enmore was buzzing with excitement as we celebrated the Japanese Tanabata Star Festival, all thanks to our wonderful educator, Mayu. She transformed our foyer and rooms with beautiful decorations, bringing a little piece of Japan right to our campus. Mayu, who works part-time as a Cert 3 … Continued

Relaxing with Birdie: Stress Management Strategies for Children Through Transitions

  Transitions, such as the return to care or school after the holidays, often highlight the stress children face amidst their daily routines—an issue Birdie’s Tree, a curated collection of storybooks, videos, and resources from the Queensland Centre for Perinatal and Infant Mental Health (QCPIMH), aims to tackle. “Relaxing with Birdie,” authored by Susie Hamill, … Continued

Voices of Children

  As part of a global project initiated by the University of Wollongong, the Voices of Children project encourages young artists from Only About Children Campuses in Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane to submit their artwork. This artwork will be prominently featured in both a virtual gallery exhibition and a physical gallery at the Foundation of … Continued