Read 2 Grow Nollamara

✨Meet Jigme ✨
Our superstar Educator and winner of this months 'Families Choice - Above and Beyond Award', as voted for by the children themselves. Some of the reasons Families gave for choosing Jigme as our winner were that she is always there to greet their child with a big smile and a hug, aswell as just being generally lovely 🥰
Well done Jigme!

At Read 2 Grow, celebrating events is not simply choosing an event from a Calendar. We choose our celebrations based on whats important to our Families and what best represents our embedded daily practices. We have recently invited our Families to share their individual input through a fun voting station so that we can make sure our celebrations are meaningful and have purpose. Some of the voting options include:

Environment
Indigenous Perspectives
Culture
Literacy
Health & Wellbeing
Community
STEM
Kindness

What would you like to see on our Events calendar?

On Thursday our children and educators dressed in denim for a good cause! By participating in Jeans for Genes Day, Read2Grow raised funds for the Children’s Medical Research Institute to find treatments and cures for genetic diseases affecting children. It was lovely to see so many people participating 🥰

Staff and children have recently raised funds for children in foster care by dressing in their pyjamas for National Pyjama Week. This is definitely one our favourite dress up weeks, we all stayed very warm and cosy!

Read2Grow is extremely passionate about fostering literacy in children. When we learned that by the time they are 7 , 92% of children in foster care have a below average reading ability, we wanted to do something to help. The funds raised will be donated and matched by Read2Grow to support this important cause.

We recently celebrated NAIDOC Week 2026 through play-based activities. Experiences the children engaged in included sensory, art, reading stories and music opportunities to develop their knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultures within the theme ’50 Years Deadly’.

Educators supporting educators! Love this from the toddlers room! It’s the small things that can make the biggest difference! Read2Grow Nollamara

As parents and educators, our natural instinct is often to do everything for our little ones. It’s faster, less messy, and ensures the job gets done right the first time. However, stepping in too quickly can unintentionally sideline a crucial developmental milestone: independence.

Read More: https://www.read2growearlylearningchildcare.com.au/encouraging-independence-age-appropriate-chores-and-tasks-for-early-learners/

We’ve all been there: you look out the window, and instead of the beautiful day you planned, it’s pouring buckets. If you’re a parent, that sudden change in weather can bring a sudden wave of panic. How are you going to keep the kids entertained, burn off their boundless energy, and keep your sanity intact inside four walls?

Read more: https://www.read2growearlylearningchildcare.com.au/rainy-day-activities-fun-things-to-do-with-kids-when-its-pouring/

Starting childcare is a massive milestone for both you and your child. It opens up a world of socialisation, foundational learning, and foundational growth. However, it also opens the door to something else: a seemingly endless cycle of sniffles, coughs, and sudden fevers.

Learn More: https://www.read2growearlylearningchildcare.com.au/dealing-with-childcare-germs-our-centres-hygiene-policy-and-how-to-boost-your-childs-immunity/

Australia is famous for its breathtaking beaches, vibrant outdoor culture, and endless blue skies. However, our beautiful climate comes with a well-known catch: some of the highest levels of ultraviolet (UV) radiation in the world. As parents, educators, and caregivers, protecting our little ones from the harsh Australian sun isn’t just a daily chore—it’s a critical health priority.

Learn More: https://www.read2growearlylearningchildcare.com.au/being-sunsmart-in-australia-teaching-young-children-healthy-sun-safety-habits-early/