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Early Days FREE Autism workshops for Parents
Early Days is a series of FREE workshops for parents, grandparents, and families of young children (0-7 years) who have an Autism Spectrum Disorder or who are going through the assessment and diagnostic process. This initiative is funded by the Australian Government...
Swan Hill North Grant Update!!!
In July 2020 Shine Bright EYM - Swan Hill North were ecstatic to receive a Junior Landcare Grant to create a Bush Tucker Garden. Funds of $1581 will create a Bush Tucker garden, providing an immersive activity, planned to continue on for future years through the...
Transition to school – A place where I belong book
Developed out of the Bastow Continuity of Early Learning course, we are delighted to share with you a resource to support children and families transitioning from an early childhood setting into school. To access, please click on book cover image above (Note, open in...
Maiden Gully Early Years Hub Developments
10 December 2020 Our Maiden Gully Early Years Hub is NOW COMPLETE! we expect to be operational 18 January 2021! Rooms are now painted, flooring and kitchens installed, along with the most amazing sandpit in Bendigo!!! Grass is now laid, which is giving the outside a...
Shine Bright Fees in 2021
2021 Shine Bright Families in Swan Hill and City of Greater Bendigo should by now have received the letter below in their inbox. Campaspe families can expect this letter soon.
Maiden Gully Early Years Hub Developments
01 December 2020 Our Maiden Gully Early Years Hub is NOW COMPLETE! we expect to be operational 18 January 2021! Rooms are now painted, flooring and kitchens installed, along with the most amazing sandpit in Bendigo!!! Grass is now being laid, which is giving the...
New chairs and timber block repairs at Helm Street Kindergarten
Helm Street Kindergarten recently had beautiful timber chairs donated to their service, as well as new blocks and repairs to existing blocks, ladders and ramps for the the children's open ended play Repair work was completed by EPIC c/o (Employment Preparation and...
Swan Hill South Movie Day – Zones of Regulation
Recently Swan Hill South Kindergarten had a Movie Day, where the children watched the movie Inside Out to support what they have been learning about emotions, in particular ‘Zones of Regulation’ The movie was a recommendation from Allied Health but also for a nice way...
NAIDOC Week at Swan Hill North and Kunawaa Kindergarten
Throughout the week (9th - 10th November) we have been celebrating NAIDOC week. Hands on activities at the service have enabled educators to enrich children's understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders people's culture and history. What we did? During the...
Maiden Gully Early Years Hub Developments
20 November 2020 Our Maiden Gully Early Years Hub is progressing quickly with completion date expected to be 1 December 2020, we expect to be operational 18 January 2021! Rooms are now being painted, flooring and kitchens installed, along with the most amazing sandpit...
NAIDOC Celebrations at Tongala Kindergarten
Shine Bright EYM - Tongala Kindergarten celebrated NAIDOC week 8 to 15 November 2020 with a variety of activities, artwork and virtual presentations. Check out the photos below
Maiden Gully Early Years Hub Developments
17 November 2020 Our Maiden Gully Early Years Hub is progressing quickly with completion date expected to be 1 December 2020, we expect to be operational 18 January 2021! Rooms are now being painted, flooring and kitchens installed, along with the most amazing sandpit...
Self-regulation behaviours
A new study from New Zealand reveals children develop self-regulation skills when they can engage meaningfully with an adult, particularly a parent. Reading stories, playing and generally spending quality time in other ways positively affected a group of children’s...
NAIDOC Week Virtual Colouring Competition
Unfortunately this year we are unable to gather and celebrate NAIDOC week together in person, but that does not mean we are unable to celebrate and still have some fun. This year Bendigo Health have decided to create a virtual colouring competition. This competition...
Daniel Andrews Announces Free Kindergarten for 2021
Daniel Andrews has announced that funded kindergarten will be provided free of charge in 2021! This will be available for all families with a child enrolled in funded kindergarten, that is 4 year old kindergarten or 3 year old kindergarten in the Campaspe region in...
RIAC – Supporting Carers Newsletter
Stepping Up To School – Swan Hill Families
Recently Sunraysia Community Health Service hosted an online information evening for families with children transitioning to school in 2021. In case you missed it, or if would like to re-watch it, you can view a recording here: https://youtu.be/Yv_Wf3dnYb4 Please find...
Maiden Gully Early Years Hub – Meet Belinda and Tour Bookings
Meet Belinda Quinn Hello... My name is Belinda Quinn. I will be working at Maiden Gully Early Years Hub as the new Hub Manager. With 11 years of experience in Early Year Education, I believe it is the foundation of our path to lifelong learning. It is the period of...
Maiden Gully Early Years Hub Developments
26 October 2020 Our Maiden Gully Early Years Hub is progressing quickly with completion date expected to be 1 December 2020, we expect to be operational 18 January 2021! Rooms are now being painted, flooring and kitchens installed, along with the most amazing sandpit...
RIAC Information for Teachers and Families
RIAC is a not for profit service which can assist with: Disability related advocacy – such as assistance for parents to work with schools, but there is a waiting list. Advocacy and support for NDIS appealsSPSP programAssistance with the Disability Royal Commission...
Swan Hill North Grant Success!!!
We’re excited to announce that Swan Hill North Kindergarten is one of 113 schools and youth organisations to receive a 2020 Victorian Junior Landcare and Biodiversity Grant! We’re using our $1581 grant for our Bush Tucker Garden Project. Shine Bright Swan Hill North...
Ready To Step Up Online Session
Primary school transition/orientation is an important process for families, children and the school community to develop an understanding the needs of children, of school expectations, school environment and to promote a smooth beginning to school for foundation/prep...
Maiden Gully Early Years Hub Developments
15 October 2020 Our Maiden Gully Early Years Hub is progressing quickly with completion date expected to be 1 December 2020, we expect to be operational 18 January 2021! Rooms are now being painted, flooring and kitchens installed, along with the most amazing sandpit...
Update on Shine Bright kindergarten and prekindergarten fees for 2020.
Shine Bright families by now should have received an update regarding Kindergarten fees for 2020. Below is a copy of this letter. If you have any questions in relation to 2020 kindergarten fees, please contact Chris Cope at chris.cope@shinebright.org.au. You can also...
Confirmation of enrolments for 2021 – update
Dear Parents / Carers, The enrolment process for kindergartens is progressing well in each region – Bendigo, Campaspe & Swan Hill. The process can be complex as we need to take into account the preferences of hundreds of families, consult with our staff,...
Prep Transition/Orientation for 2021 Year
Primary school transition/orientation is an important process for families, children and the school community to develop an understanding the needs of children, of school expectations, school environment and to promote a smooth beginning to school for foundation/prep...
Maiden Gully Early Years Hub Developments
01 October 2020 Our Maiden Gully Early Years Hub is progressing quickly! View our progress below. This new facility offers a unique approach to Early Years Education and Childcare. We will have on site 2 Maternal and Child Health Nurses, Allied and Medical staff to...
Pam Gunn Trust
Shine Bright EYM - Axedale if privileged to receive funds from this trust. Supporting children with speech therapy at the service. We invite your consideration to either become involved in the work of the Trust or donate to this worthwhile innovative program.
PAGs please note: Incorporated associations – current restrictions across Victoria for attending meetings
Under the restrictions currently in place across Victoria, attending an incorporated association meeting is not a permitted reason to leave home. You are also not allowed to: gather in public places with more than one person, other than members of your household,...
Children’s language and Literacy – Read Sing Talk Play Campaign Update
International Literacy Day was celebrated Tuesday 9 December. Designated by UNESCO in 1967, is an annual awareness day which marks the importance of literacy to all countries and cultures. International Literacy Day 2020 focus is on literacy teaching and learning in...
Children’s letters to resi care residents – Logan Lodge
The children at Kunawaa Kindergarten together wrote letters and drew pictures for the residents of Logan Lodge recently. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, residents have been unable to receive visitors. It is hoped the drawings and letters gave the residents some enjoyment.
Maiden Gully Early Years Hub Developments
11 September 2020 Our Maiden Gully Early Years Hub is progressing quickly! View our progress below. This new facility offers a unique approach to Early Years Education and Childcare. We will have on site 2 Maternal and Child Health Nurses, Allied and Medical staff to...
A Thank You From The Kennington community
The children and educators recently at Shine Bright - Kennington Kindergarten decorated the fence with rainbows and posters to share with the community. The response from the community has been positive, including a letter from a local who frequently walks past the...
Free Webinar – Managing the Coronacoaster
Check out this Free webinar ‘Managing the Coronacoaster’– Tips for building resilient families This is being put on for a second time due to the last one being so popular (go to Eventbrite for more info) To be held on Tuesday 15 September at 7:30pm. To register,...
Connecting with Culture on Dja Dja Wurrung Country: Resource Kit
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South Bendigo Kindergarten Upgrades
South Bendigo Kindergarten has undergone some upgrades. Some recent retail therapy has made our already welcoming and friendly kindergarten a beautiful place to play and learn.