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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.
Maiden Gully Early Years Hub Developments
26 August 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...
The Hugs and their helper friends
A helpful read from the Australian Childhood Foundation titled Hugs need some help. This free resource is for children still in lockdown, below is a snapshot of the story. It all started with us, the HUGS. We met together to decide that people could share...
Information for Families Isolating at Home in Bendigo
Communities for Children have compiled a list of ideas families for Bendigo families currently in isolation. The suggestions can also be applied to those outside the region too!
Fees Update For Families – 18 August 2020
Shine Bright families should by now have received an email regarding fees for the Kindergarten and Prekindergarten program. Below is a copy of the important update. If you have any questions in relation to 2020 fees, please contact our Finance Manager Chris Cope...
Maiden Gully Early Years Hub Developments
7 August 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...
Maiden Gully Early Years Hub – Table of Quality
The Maiden Gully Early Years Hub Table of Quality is now available to view and download. This document outlines the Areas of Quality our new service will provide. Click Here to visit our Maiden Gully Kindergarten page and enrol TODAY!
Maiden Gully Early Years Hub – Hub Manager Vacancy
Hub Manager – vacancy New $7 million state of the art Maiden Gully Years HubHub Manager – excellence in Early Childhood EducationAttractive salary recognizing your skill, experience & drive We are seeking an innovative self-starter to be the foundation leader of...
Maiden Gully Early Years Hub Developments
July 2020 Our Maiden Gully Early Years Hub is progressing quickly, with the framing, roof, solar panels and most of the exterior walls complete! View our progress below. This new facility offers a unique approach to Early Years Education and Childcare. We will have on...
Does your child have autism? Free Workshops (4)
Understanding Behaviour Workshop for Parents Early Days is a series of FREE workshops for parents and other family members of young children (0-7 years) who are on the autism spectrum. They are also suitable for parents who feel their child may be on the spectrum but...
Does your child have autism? Free Workshops (3)
Progression to School Workshop for Parents Early Days is a series of FREE workshops for parents and other family members of young children (0-7 years) who are on the autism spectrum. They are also suitable for parents who feel their child may be on the spectrum but...
Does your child have autism? Free Workshops (2)
My Child and Autism Workshop for Parents Early Days is a series of FREE workshops for parents and other family members of young children (0-7 years) who are on the autism spectrum. They are also suitable for parents who feel their child may be on the spectrum but have...
Does your child have autism? Free Workshops (1)
Encouraging Interaction: through play and social learning workshop for parents Early Days is a series of FREE workshops for parents and other family members of young children (0-7 years) who are on the autism spectrum. They are also suitable for parents who feel their...
Maiden Gully Early Years Hub Progress
July 2020 Our Maiden Gully Early Years Hub is progressing quickly! Framing is now complete with the brick-work well underway. Our exciting new facility offers a unique approach to Early Years Education and Childcare. We will have on site 2 Maternal and Child Health...
Life in Lockdown – Can you help us make history?
Goldfields libraries are looking to capture our communities experience of coronavirus, and life in lockdown to record this moment in history for future generations. Collating all of this into an online gallery, printed book and travelling exhibition. C In times to...
COVID-19 Information update for the Victorian Aboriginal Community
Coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to affect Victorian communities and may be causing frustration and anxiety, particularly for Aboriginal Victorians. This update provides information and resources for Victorian Aboriginal community organisations to manage the safety of...
COVID-19 Winter Update – Parents and Guardians 25 June 2020
It’s now winter time the season of sniffles, coughs and colds. This winter will be different to any previous winter as we face the challenge of dealing with the coronavirus (COVID-19). To ensure the best outcomes for safety and wellbeing of all children and staff,...
Term 3 Update For Families
We have been receiving a high volume of queries regarding Shine Bright Kindergarten's reopening for Term 3. Please find below the latest update from our education team.
Message for families from the Chief Health Officer
Thank you again for your support at this challenging time. As advised earlier this week, there has been an increase in the number of coronavirus (COVID-19) cases in Victoria, with an increase in the number of household contacts spreading the virus among extended...
Maiden Gully Early Years Hub Developments
June 2020 Our Maiden Gully Early Years Hub is progressing quickly, with the framing complete and some of the exterior walls starting! View our progress below. This new facility offers a unique approach to Early Years Education and Childcare. We will have on site 2...
COVID-19: Term 3 Fees
By now families should have received by email a letter regarding fees for Term 3 2020. Please find a copy of the letter below.
Play Learn Grow | Text Message Program
Play Learn Grow is a free text message program for parents and carers of two-year-old and three-year-old children in Victoria. It has been developed in collaboration. Click Here to learn more
Fact Sheet For Families: School Readiness Funding
In an Australian-first, the Victorian Government is investing around $160 million over four years to provide School Readiness Funding. This is for kindergartens that deliver a funded kindergarten program for three-and four-year-old children. Read more below......
COVID-19: Term 2 Fee Update
By now families should have received by email, this important update regarding fees for Term 2 2020. Please find a copy of the letter below.