Grow With Us

More Than Childcare. Grow With Us. A parenting series to support YOU in the first 5 years of your child's learning & development.

Grow With Us Parenting Series

The Grow With Us parenting series is exclusive to Only About Children and supports enrolled families with complimentary webinars and resources to help their child thrive.

We know that the foundations for learning, health and behaviour are laid down in the first 5 years of a child’s life and we are delighted to partner with some of Australia’s leading early childhood experts to support our families.

Our incredible and insightful industry experts cover a range of topics throughout the year including tips to manage fussy eating, sleep advice, settling into childcare, toilet training, managing emotions & meltdowns, encouraging first words, and much more!

Enrolled families will be notified of upcoming webinars and resources via email and community posts on Storypark.

Grow With Us - School Readiness Toolkit

Ready, Set, School! The Grow With Us – School Readiness Toolkit is here to support enrolled families with complimentary resources and webinars throughout the year with advice, support and ideas to assist their child with a positive transition to Big School.

Our resources cover the latest research into childhood development and school readiness and cover a variety of topics including supporting the school readiness journey, how to tell if your child is ready and tips on packing a healthy lunchbox.

School Readiness Workshop

Enjoy this 15 minute webinar hosted by OAC Education Manager, Angela Ngavaine, on School Readiness to get a taste for what we offer as part of our Grow With Us – School Readiness series!

 

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2 Year School Readiness & Preparation For School
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School Readiness

2 Year School Readiness & Preparation For School

Many families ask what they can do at home to support their child’s school readiness. Here, we discuss understanding school readiness and how to prepare your child for school.
Managing Separation Anxiety
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Managing Separation Anxiety

Dr Kim Shortridge, Child and Family Psychologist, outlines the signs of separation anxiety in children and shares helpful management strategies
An Introduction To School Readiness At OAC
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School Readiness

An Introduction To School Readiness At OAC

The two years before school are essential to create a strong and holistic transition to school for every child. In this introduction to school readiness, we cover what school readiness means, how to know if your child is ready for school and what Only About Children does to support children and families in a positive transition to school.
Tips for Guiding Your Toddler Through Transitions
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Tips for Guiding Your Toddler Through Transitions

Dr Kaylene Henderson, Child Psychiatrist and Only About Children Parenting Expert provides practical strategies that will help you promote cooperative behaviour in your toddler during transitions.
Managing Children's Screen Time
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Managing Children's Screen Time

Is your child’s screen-time healthy or harmful for their wellbeing, growth and development? Find out practical and useful tips for managing screen-time at home with Dr Kristy Goodwin.
Best Breakfast Cereals For Kids
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Nutrition & Fussy Eating

Best Breakfast Cereals For Kids

Let's explore the ideal breakfast cereal for little bodies and minds.
Emotional Regulation In Children
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Social & Emotional Wellbeing

Emotional Regulation In Children

Child Psychologist Dr Kim Shortridge, explains the meaning of emotional regulation in young children and why it is important for your child's mental development and wellbeing.

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