Acknowledgment
We would like to acknowledge the traditional custodians of country throughout Australia and recognise their continuing connection to land, waters and community.
We acknowledge and respect the Traditional custodians of the land which our service is built upon.
We would like to pay our respects to all Elders past, present and emerging, for they hold the memories, the traditions, the culture and hopes of all Aboriginal and Torres Strait islander people across the nation.
We hope all of you are doing well! This newsletter will provide you with essential information as well as fun activities. Feel free to email us any feedback regarding the newsletter and its content.
In this issue:
- Acknowledgment
- Important Reminders
- Upcoming Events
- Educator of the Month
- Educator-Parent/Guardian Communication
- Changes to Our Philosophy
- Healthy Summer Snacks
- Beyond Blue – Be You
- Facebook Page
- The Reading Corner
- School Readiness Program
- Gallery
IMPORTANT REMINDERS
- Every educator must issue an invoice at the end of the fortnight.
- Ensure to sign in and sign out at the correct time on the Harmony Web app as required by law.
- Post photos of daily activities on the WhatsApp group as a proof of your work (Daily Diary).
- Absences require a reason and proof by law (e.g. Medical Certificate).
- Daily Excursion forms and Risk assesments must be updated every year as required by law.
- Make sure your CPR, Asthma/Aniphylaxis is up to date.
- Update your Working With Children Check when required
- Like our Facebook page for fun activities and updates (link at end of newsletter).
- Fire equipment check required.
- Renew fire drill every three months
- Fire essentials must be updated as required, following the Fire Essentials Check
- Make sure your Glass Protection certificate is displayed and provide a copy to the office.
- Follow Sun Smart Requirements during Outdoor Activities (See example below)
Upcoming Events
2nd Nov – Aboriginal Early Childhood Educator Training – BFFDC in collaboration with Dreamtime Explorers. This training is Compulsory for all educators.
Educator of the Month
October 2019
MARIAM FAKHER
Mariam Fakher has been working with Better Future FDC since April 2019. She has shown herself to be a great educator. She has proven that she can provide very good service for all age groups. Mariam is a hard-working educator and her efforts have been recognized by us and appreciated. She has also completed a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care to enhance her service.
Well done Mariam!
Educators and Parents/Guardians Communication
Here are some ways to communicate between educators and parents/guardians. This will ensure that a positive relationship is maintained during the family day care service.
- Arrange a morning or afternoon tea.
- Keep an update of the child’s daily activities.
- Use communication apps on your devices such as Whatsapp, Facebook to share photos and descriptions of activities.
- Keep in touch through calls, messaging and email.
- Ensure all important information shared between educator/parents is up to date.
- Have weekly discussions on how to improve the service to suit the child and parents.
Changes to Our Philosophy
Dear Educators & Parents/Guardians, we are currently in the process of reviewing our philosophy. You will receive a copy of the philosophy and a feedback form regarding this shortly. Any feedback provided will be greatly appreciated.
Healthy Summer Snack Recipes
Be You
Better Future Family Daycare will be in collaboration with Be You – Beyond Blue. Be You provides educators with the knowledge, resources, and strategies for helping children and young people achieve their best possible mental health.
Visit our Facebook Page
The Wonderful Things You Will Be
By Emily Winfield Martin
From brave and bold to creative and clever, Emily Winfield Martin’s rhythmic rhyme expresses all the loving things that parents think of when they look at their children.
With beautiful, and sometimes humorous, illustrations, and a clever gatefold with kids in costumes, this is a book grown-ups will love reading over and over to kidsโboth young and old. The Wonderful Things You Will Be has a loving and truthful message that will endure for lifetimes. – Goodreads
School Readiness Program
