Kidz Magic - Heathwood

Kidz Magic - Heathwood

Tammy Hare

December News

What a year we have had, not to mention the amazing centre renovation. So many memories - keep an eye out for the upcoming video - "A year to remember"  Upcoming Events  24 December - Partial Public Holiday 25 December - Christmas Day  26 December - Boxing Day 1 January - New Years Day 27 January - Australia Day 28 January - Room changes occur for 2020 Holiday Notification  ​Re...
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Loose Parts Day

On Wednesday 11 December we will be swapping our toys for loose parts. It is time to let our imaginations run WILD!  What is loose parts play?  Loose parts create richer environments for children to play, giving them the resources they need to extend their play. Loose parts aren't prescriptive and offer limitless possibilities. A stick, for example, may become a fishing rod near real or ...
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Aussie Christmas Celebrations

Event Details   Friday 29 November Cost $10 – payment due now What to wear – Aussie Outfit with Santa Hat Activities Planned    Join us for an Aussie Christmas. We will be entertained by a visitor performing an Aussie Bush Christmas Show. After the show we will have a game of Cricket, followed by BBQ sausages and Salad for Lunch. For afternoon tea we will have Mango or banana Smooth...
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November News

Welcome to our November newsletter. Christmas is coming with only about 6 weeks until Christmas. Where has the year gone? Upcoming Events  ​Date ​Event ​12 November  ​Kindergarten 2020 Information Night ​28 November ​Kindergarten Graduation ​6 December ​Kidz Magic Christmas Party ​14 December ​Christmas Movie Under the Stars Extra Days  Do you need extra days in the lead up to ...
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October News

Welcome to our October Newsletter.  Upcoming Events  ​Date ​Event ​1 October ​Cyber Safety Presentation - 6pm ​13 October Family Portraits 25 October ​Grandparents Day - 10am - 11am ​ ​31 October ​Halloween Celebrations ​8 November  Kindergarten Information Evening - RSVP required (Will your child be attending Kindergarten in 2020? We ask that at least 1 parent attend...
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Kidz Magic Spooktacular

Join us for a Halloween Party on Thursday 31 October. We ask that parents accompany their children at all times. Start 5:30pm What to Wear!  Dress up in your best Halloween Costume - there will be prizes to win. We also encourage the mums and dads to dress up to!  What to bring  We are asking if each family could please bring a plate of finger food to share for dinner. We will all m...
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Kidz Magic Book in a Bag

Book in a Bag Initiative     Children's brains develop at a rapid rate, starting from birth, as they try to make sense of the world around them. The Australian Early Development Census (AEDC) notes that while, 'genes provide the initial map for development, it is the experiences and relationships babies and children have every day that literally shape their brains'. The AEDC show in...
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September News

Welcome to our September news. Spring has sprung and Christmas is just around the corner.  Upcoming Events  4 September   Early Childhood Educator's Day 5 September   Old MacDonald's Travelling Farm 7 September - 20 September    Tammy's Leave 1 October       Cyber Safety Presentation - 6pm     14 October     ...
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Kindergarten Program and Play Based Program - Yes we are Learning!

Early Years Learning Framework - EYLF  Belonging, Being and Becoming - The Early Years Learning Framework ( EYLF ) describes the principles, practices and outcomes that support and enhance young children's learning from birth to five years of age, as well as their transition to school. The framework is a key component of the National Quality Framework for early childhood education and care. T...
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Our new Outdoor playspace - all about boosting our children's wellbeing

  Practising essential risky play safely in ECEC settings to boost children's wellbeing If I were to ask you what memorable outdoor play you experienced as a child, what recollections would you have? Skateboarding fast downhill, climbing the highest tree, spending all day at the park on your own… and what about the game 'brandy, where you'd run for your life so you wouldn't get 'branded' by t...
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August News

 Welcome to our August Newsletter - Who is with me when we say that our renovations are nothing short of AMAZING!!! Upcoming Events   7 August     Cultural Performance 14 August     CENTRE CLOSED - Ekka Show Day 4 Sept          Early Childhood Educators' Day Cultural Performance   As part of our Learning program we hav...
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July Newsletter

Welcome to our July Newsletter.... Who is loving the REVAMP? The flooring is looking amazing! Who wants to know what the next stage will be? Upcoming Events  25 July          Anase Stories @9:30am  - Kindy Class 14 August     Centre Closed - Ekka Show Day  Educator Long Service Leave  Miss Zubaida is off on long service leave. M...
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Emmi Pikler's Theory and the RIE approach

Guiding Principles So what are the guiding principles of this approach, and what might they look like in a practical sense? As published on the RIE website THE BASIS OF THE EDUCARING ® APPROACH: RESPECT Respect is the basis of the Educaring ® Approach. We not only respect babies, we demonstrate our respect every time we interact with them. Respecting a child means treating even the youngest infant...
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No Risk, No Reward

  Child injured', 'child hospitalised' are news headlines that catch the attention of the public, and rightly so. No one who cares about children wishes to see them hurt. Such headlines are often followed by a detailed and emotive description of the incident but rarely , if ever, followed up with the headline 'child makes full recovery', leaving the public with the false impression that all i...
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June Newsletter

 Welcome to our June News! Upcoming Events  8 July     Tanabata - Burning Ceremony - Japanese Tradition 10 July    NAIDOC Week Celebrations 16 July    11th Birthday Celebrations 22 July   Ananse Story time - Kindy Class Tanabata - Burning Ceremony Tanabata, or the Star Festival, is held on the evening of July 7. The festival traces i...
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January News

Welcome to 2019!  Wishing you all beautiful moments, treasured memories, and all the happiness a heart can know. Happy New Year! Full of things that have never been, an adventure awaits us! We have so many exciting new things planned for this year! Upcoming Events  January 25  Australia Day Celebrations - dress in your Aussie outfit and bring a plate of Australian Food to ...
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December News

Welcome to our December News...  Welcome to our final newsletter for 2018! It only seems like only the other day we were all just seeing the New Year in.  I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone  for your continual support this year. We are excited for what the New Year will bring and we have some AMAZING new ideas to add to our Centre. Wishing you all a ve...
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End of Year Reminders

 Holidays   Download PDF File Here If you will be taking holidays over the Christmas/ New Year Period please ensure you have notified the office. All leave requests must be provided on an Request for Reduced rate application form. Kindy Class ​Children will commence Prep on the week commencing 28 January 2019. Did you know that we provide placement up to Friday 25 January?  Please e...
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November Newsletter

Welcome to our November News  ​Welcome to our November Newsletter. Can you believe it is only 7 weeks until Christmas? As this time of year always becomes busy, please ensure you record the upcoming events in your diary so you don't miss out. Upcoming Events  7 November     Diwali Celebrations 30 November   Christmas Party 30 November   Homestyle Bake O...
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Emergency Evacuation Drills

Today we had a fire drill. The children exited the building in record time! I have attached our Emergency and Evacuation Policy below for you to read. Please feel free to make any suggestions or comments - you can email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Fire drills are practiced on a monthly basis. Emergency & Evacuation Policy   Download PDF File Here Enter your text here ...
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Diwali Celebrations

Diwali  The word Diwali (or Deepavali as it's sometimes called) means " row of lights " in an Ancient language of India, called Sanskrit . During this festival, people decorate their homes with lights and oil lamps, called diyas . The lights and lamps are said to help Lakshmi find her way into peoples' homes, bringing prosperity in the year to come! Celebrations Diwali is celebrated annu...
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Christmas Party

Save the Date!  Our Christmas Party this year will now be held on Friday 30 November commencing at 6pm. We have had a few date clashes so we have decided to move it forward. If your child attends on this day, we do ask that they are collected early and return back for the party. This will allow us time to set up for the event. Family and friends are welcome to attend on the night as well...
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Reverse Advent Calendar

Christmas is meant to be a time of celebration, however, if times are tough it can be especially difficult.  This Christmas Kidz Magic will give hope by providing food hampers to families in need.  If you know someone that needs help this Christmas please nominate them for a hamper by emailing - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Gift recipients will be anonymous unless ...
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October News

Welcome to our October News!  Upcoming Events  14/10   Family Portraits  17/10   Kindergarten Graduation Photo Forms Due 22/10   Kindergarten Graduation Photo's - All week   5/11    Morning Tea - 2019 'New Families Orientation'   7/11    Diwali Celebrations Nursery News Toddlers News Juniors News JK News Kindy News &nb...
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September News

Welcome Welcome to our September News. We will be counting down to Christmas before we know it! The time is just passing us by so quickly. Upcoming Events 13 - 14 September Assessment & Rating Visit  18 September Cultural Performance 14 October Family Portraits 7 November Diwali Celebrations Immunisation Thankyou for providing your updated immunisation schedules. Remember for future refer...
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August Newsletter

Welcome to our August News! Upcoming Events ​26 August          Family Fun Day - Heathwood Park 3-7 September   Child Protection Week - donations are still being accepted for our Hampers to children in Foster Care. 18 September    Sharing Culture Performance 1 October         Public Holiday - Centre Closed Our Educators We ...
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Revised - Behaviour Guidance Policy

Behaviour Guidance Policy  Recently our Behaviour Guidance Policy has been revised. Please take the time to review the attached policy below. A reminder that all Centre Policies are available in the foyer for you to read at anytime. We welcome your suggestions and happy to answer any questions you may have.    Download PDF File Here Feedback welcome! We welcome your feedback and sug...
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REVISED - Sun & Clothing Protection Policy

REVISED POLICY  Recently our Sun and Clothing Protection Policy has been updated. Please take the time to read the updated policy. If you have any suggestions or questions please email Tammy at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  Sun and Clothing Protection Policy   Download PDF File Here Sunscreen Station   For your convenience we do have a sunscreen station available in the foyer. We ...
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Shopping Tour

 Shopping Tour  Join us for  the ultimate Shopping Experience visiting Brisbane and the Gold Coast's manufacturers, wholesalers and outlets with savings up to 70% off the recommended retail prices. This is a Shopaholic Dream! Discover hidden shopping hubs and gain VIP access to a selection of warehouses not open to the public with Brisbane Warehouse Shopping Tours. From designer lab...
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Child Protection Week

Child Protection Week    National Child Protection Week is a wonderful opportunity for everyone in the community to think about how we can work together to keep all children safe. Importantly, we want to remind everyone that: • We ALL have a part to play in protecting ALL children • Even small actions can help to improve a child's future • By building stronger communities, we are creatin...
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July News

Welcome to our July Newsletter. Christmas will be here before we know it!  Upcoming Events  9 August - Indigenous Show  15 August - Public Holiday Centre Closed 3-7 September - Child Protection Week 18 September - Sharing Culture Performance  10th Birthday  Thank you for your continued support! Our Kidz Magic 10th Birthday celebrations was a mammoth event. We thank you for...
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June Newsletter

Welcome to our June Newsletter!   We would like to thank the families who joined us at our recent Art Gallery and Performing Arts night, what a success and we thank you for your support. Upcoming Events 27 June   Stranger Danger Show 2-13 July   Mid Year Parent/Educator Meetings - please book at the office 14 July     10th Birthday 11am-2pm  - RSVP kidzmagic...
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10th Birthday Celebrations

You're invited to attend Kidz Magic's 10th Birthday Celebrations. All past and present families are welcome to attend (RSVP is required) When: Saturday 14 July Where: Kidz Magic - 77 Juniper St Heathwood Time: 11am - 2pm  PARTY TIME!  We love to party at Kidz Magic and our 10th Birthday Celebrations will be our biggest one yet. This is an event not to be missed. So much enterta...
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Ironing Service

Pressed for Time? Pressed for time? Ironing Services has now commenced at Kidz Magic. Drop off and collect from Kidz Magic. (can collect and drop off at your home if that suits better) Minimum of 10 items, please provide your own hangers. Cost... $1 per item for kids clothing $2 per item for adults $3 per item for clothing that may have frilly sleeves, skirts with pleats etc Items that require a l...
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Art Gallery & Performing Arts Evening

​When ​Friday 8 June ​Time ​6pm start Art Spectacular and Performing Arts  On Friday 8th June the entire centre will be holding our very own Art Gallery. The children will also be performing. Each room will be performing a song as a class to you all on the night. After each performance there will be an Art Gallery - where the children's art will be on display. The Art Gallery will displa...
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May Newsletter

Welcome... Welcome to another monthly Newsletter.  So many positive changes in a little over a month. Our outdoor environment is coming along well. By being outside and surrounded by nature, children experience an ever-changing and free-flowing environment that stimulates all the senses. Outdoor play fosters children's intellectual, emotional, social and physical development.  The c...
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Read with Me Day

Reading, and being read to, is critical to a child's development so having access children's books and developing a love for reading is important. So on Thursday 14 June we will be celebrating 'Read with Me Day'. Calling all Grandparents... We are asking Grandparents to join us on Thursday for 'Read with Me Day'. If there are any Grandparents that would like to read stories to small groups of...
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10th Birthday Celebrations

Our 10th Birthday is fast approaching and we will be celebrating in a big way! Join us at the Heathwood Park (Parkwood Drive) on Saturday 14 July.  The event is open to past and present families - so please feel free to share this with other families who may not see this event notification. Details When: Saturday 14 July Time: 11am-2pm Where: Park at Heathwood (Parkwood Drive) What to bring: ...
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April Newsletter

 Welcome to our April News! What a busy time we have had here at Kidz Magic. So many changes taking place and we love seeing the smiles it makes on the children's faces. I would also like to give a special thank you to our local community who is supporting us with our ladies night. Upcoming Events 13 April - Crazy Hair Day - Gold Coin donation  16 April - Story time with Zarra 17 April -...
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Pay it Forward

Pay it Forward Initiative  Kidz Magic is all about Family and Community. What a better to embed this into our service than to commence a 'Pay it Forward' Initiative.  What is the point of all this? Why do so many people live their lives according to the "pay it forward" principle? It has been proven that acts of kindness build exponentially in a community and because people believe that ...
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World Water Day

World Water Day is Thursday 22 March. It  is about focusing attention on the importance of water.  Damaged ecosystems affect the quantity and quality of water available for human consumption. Today, 2.1 billion people live without safe drinking water at home; affecting their health, education and livelihoods. As part of World Water Day  Tupperware has asked to hold a display on Thur...
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Ladies Night Out

When  Friday 20 April Time 6:30pm-8:30pm  Where  Kidz Magic - 77 Juniper St Heathwood Cost $10 per person - on sale now!!! Ladies Night Our ladies night is fast approaching. Come and join us for a fantastic event. On arrival you will be given a glass of champagne and enjoy some treats from our grazing board.  The event is open to the community!! We have over 50 stalls book...
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March Newsletter

Upcoming Events 21 March Harmony Day – Wear Orange 25 March Working Bee 27 March Parent Meeting 29 March Easter Hat Parade 4 April Commonwealth Games – Performance 20 AprilLadies Night Working Bee     Our working bee is fast approaching. We have lots of little jobs we would love to complete on this day. If you can help out please send an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . The Working Bee wi...
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Easter Hat Parade

  Join us for our Easter Hat Parade on Thursday 29 March. The parade will commence at 10:15am, followed by a morning tea to share Easter Hat   We are asking if you could make an Easter hat at home with your child for our Easter Hat Parade. There will be lots of prizes to be won – 'The most creative', 'The most Colourful', 'The most recycled items' etc All children who participate in the ...
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Kindy Photo's

Kidz Magic Centre Photo's We have centre photo's coming up!  Scott's Shotz will be our photographer again this year. They offer high resolution images of your child that will be treasured for a lifetime. When: 19-23 March (They will aim to photograph your child on the first day of the week they attend) Photo Packages & Payments  Photo payment slips have been placed in your ...
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CCR - Further Information

CCR   It covers up to 50% of your out of pocket child care expenses up to an annual limit of $7,613 per child. Out of pocket child care expenses are your total child care fees less any Child Care Benefit and Jobs, Education and Training Child Care Fee Assistance you're entitled to. Once you reach the annual limit for a child you won't be entitled to any further rebate until the next financial...
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Kidz Magic Community Library

 We will be commencing our own Community Library here at Kidz Magic from 5 March. It will be open to our Heathwood Community from 8am-9am and 2:30pm-3:30pm every Monday & Tuesday. So please feel free to share this news with your friends in the community. The concept will be just like a normal library. You can come in and browse our books - (Adults and Children) and take home with you a bo...
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February News

Welcome!  Welcome to our February Newsletter! Working Bee We will be having a Working Bee here at the centre on Sunday 25 March from 7am-10am.  For those of you who are unsure what a working Bee is. It is a group of people coming together to complete some communal work. So on this Sunday we are asking for parents to come in and join us to complete some jobs that maybe too big to do durin...
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Safe Sleeping Information

What is a safe sleeping environment? A safe sleeping environment means that all potential dangers have been removed and the baby is sleeping in a safe place. The ideal place for a baby to sleep is in a safe cot, on a safe mattress, with safe bedding in a safe sleeping place, both night and day. Unsafe settings for baby's sleep-time include leaving baby unattended on an adult bed or bunk bed, placi...
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Bolly Yoga

Bollywood Dance class starting from this Sunday in Heathwood - Kidz Magic Bollywood Dhamaka is excited to announce the opening of our new branch at Heathwood ( Kids Magic, 77 Jupiter st, Heathwood ) .  We will be taking classes every Sunday from 11 am to 1 pm depending on the age group 3 to 50 years.  We specialise in Bollywood dancing traditional and Folk dances such as Bhangra, Rajasth...
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Parent Meeting

DETAILS When : Wednesday 24 January Time: 6pm start INFORMATION We are asking that all families or at least one parent from each family join us for our parent meeting for 2018. This meeting will start with a group discussion about Centre expectations, policies, procedures and other centre specific information. After we have finished the group discussion, the parents are then asked to move to their...
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Changes to the National Quality Standards

National Quality Standards - NQS Early childhood education and care services are assessed and rated against 7 quality areas under the National Quality Standard (NQS). Changes to the NQS to come into effect from 1 February 2018 will enhance the national quality rating system. Our educators and management will be working with the revised NQS to provide the best quality care, programs and experiences...
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January News

Welcome to 2018!!! I would like to welcome all the new families that have joined us this year. We look forward to getting to know your family. Please feel free to come and chat if you have any questions, concerns or ideas - we are very big on open communication and together we can achieve more. If my office is unattended - please send an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or leave a message in my messa...
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December News

With Thanks.... As this year comes to an end, I would like to thank all of our families for their continued support for 2017! We have an exciting year planned ahead and we wish all our Children going off to school all the best for the future. Thankyou Tammy Parent Meeting 2018 When : Wednesday 24 January Time: 6pm start We are asking that all families or at least one parent from each family join u...
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Kidz Magic Christmas Party

The details.... When: Friday 8 December Time: 6pm start Where: Kidz Magic Child Care - (In the event of wet weather we will move it to Pallara School. Please keep an eye out via emails, posters and Facebook in the event we need to change the venue) Pre Order Dinner Pre Order your dinner for our Christmas Party… All orders must be in by Monday 4 December . Please come to the office to pay and place...
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Graduation CHANGE OF VENUE

Venue Change - Graduation Due to the prediction of rain and possible storms tomorrow. We have decided to move the venue for the Preschool Graduation. With over 100 guests in attendance it is not possible to have the Graduation indoors at Kidz Magic. The new venue will be Pallara State School - in their under cover area. Please ensure you arrive at 4:45pm for a 5pm start. Please ensure you bring a ...
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November News

Save the Dates ​1 December Christmas Disco - During the day. Permission slips are in your child's pocket ​8 December ​Centre Christmas Party - Commences 6pm ​22 January ​Room changes and changed of booked days commence for 2018 ​24 January ​Parent Meeting - All Families - 5:30pm start Christmas Party Update Just a reminder about our centre Christmas Party. When: Friday 8 December Where: Kidz Magic...
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Family Portraits

​We still have places available for your Family Portrait. THIS YEAR THE CONDITIONS HAVE CHANGED!!! Adults are not required to be in the Family Portrait so if you would just like your children photographed this is possible Pets are welcome to o.... they are part of your family. For $20 you will receive a 10" x 13" Family portrait plus a keyring. How to Book... Please phone Tammy at Kidz Magic on 38...
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Have you had your child’s health checked prior to Prep?

Free Hearing and Vision testing for children aged between 4 -5 years is available at Inala Child Health Centre. Phone for an appointment on 32755460 (2 – 4 month waiting list so phone now). If you have any concerns about your child not meeting developmental milestones or need to see a Speech therapist, Occupational Therapist or Paediatrician, you can phone Inala Child Health Services for an appoin...
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Festive Fundraising

  Homestyle Bake Festive Fundraising To end off our year, we have decided to hold a Festive Fundraising Event.  All items are baked fresh from Home style Bake and Delivered to Kidz Magic. Take the stress out of shopping at Christmas time and no better way than knowing everything is fresh from the Bakery. Quick and easy meals Smart way to shop Convenient for busy households Handy in the f...
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Supporting our Australian Soldiers

Our Preschool children will be helping to put together some Christmas Care Packages to send to our Australian Soldiers in the Middle East. We have families at Kidz Magic who serve overseas and we know these people are deserving of our support. We will purchase items for a male and a female Soldier and assist the children to put these packages together. Spreading some festive cheer this Christmas.&...
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Spreading JOY in our Community this Christmas

Kidz Magic will be working closely with 2 organisations this year to spread some joy in our Local Community.  This inspiring Christmas campaign will see Kidz Magic work with the local community to provide some Joy at Christmas Time and give some families some extra cheer. We are asking for EVERYONE'S help this year to make this a joyous year for all.  It has been a tough decision to deci...
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Grandparents Day

Save the Date...  Join us for Grandparents Day! When: Monday 30 October Time: 10am - 11:15am RSVP: Wednesday 25 October - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. What to Bring: A plate of food to share Morning of FUN!!!  Come along and join in on Grandparents Day. Art & Craft stations will be set up, along with a photo booth for some memorable snaps. (Photos will be provided to the families after the e...
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October News

Upcoming Events & Important Dates ​19 October ​ ​Diwali Celebrations ​26 October ​ ​African Story Telling - $10 per child ​1 November ​ ​Christmas Present Money Due - $10 per child ​19 November ​Family Portraits ​22 November ​ ​Preschool Graduation ​8 December ​ ​Kidz Magic Christmas Party - 6pm Start Dashain & Tihar Celebrations It has been a pleasure to host the Nepalese Language classes...
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Kidz Magic Christmas Party

This year our Christmas party will be on Friday 8 December commencing at 6pm. Santa will be making an appearance on the night to hand out the Gifts to the children. As previously stated this year we will be having Children's Books as this year's Christmas Gift. If you will be attending the Christmas Party we ask that you pay $10 for your child's Christmas Gift no later than 1 November. Late paymen...
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Grand Avenue State School Pre Prep Tour

Grand Avenue Pre-Prep visits will occur on the Tuesday, Wednesday , Thursday and Friday from the 14th - 17th of November.  They will be in the mornings from 9.30am - 11.00am with children having a tour of the school, a visit to the library, the librarian reading the children a story, a visit to a Prep classroom with activities and also a play in the Prep playground. During these visits the Pr...
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Water Safety Program

Stanford Swim School will be visiting our Centre On Tuesday 10 October.  They will spend time with our Preschool children and talk about Water Safety. The Water Safety talk will commence at 10:45am. Below is some more information about Water Safety - with the weather becoming warmer it is a great time to refresh our memory on water safety. Water safety Pools Drowning is the leading cause of d...
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New Child Care Package

  From 2 July 2018 , there will be a new child care package. The package will mean that child care will be more affordable for most Australian families. The package includes a new Child Care Subsidy, which replaces the current Child Care Benefit and Child Care Rebate. It will be paid directly to services to reduce the out-of-pocket cost for most families. Use the Family Child Care Subsidy Est...
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A note from our Educational Leader

Dear Families, As some of you may already know my name is Shannon and I am educational leader at Kidz Magic. My role is 'to lead the development and implementation of educational programs in the service' as stated in the Education and Care Services National Regulations. For my first newsletter piece I would like to provide you with as much information as possible about the Educational programs and...
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September News

Upcoming Events ​2 October ​Centre Closed - Public Holiday ​19 October ​Diwali Celebrations ​20 October ​Diwali Dinner ​26 October ​African Show What has been happening in our rooms? Click on your child's room tab below to see the exciting things they have been up to. Nursery Toddlers Junior Kindy Kindy Preschool Hello families, We would like to welcome our new friends JJ and Amy in the room. All ...
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Immunisation Saves Lives

The Australian Government has launched the 'Get the facts about immunisation' education campaign. I have added some information below about immunisations. Get the Facts - Help protect the community  By getting your child vaccinated, you're not only protecting them, you're also protecting other children too. Make sure you vaccinate your child on time. How do I know if my child's immunisations ...
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Wet & Soiled Items Policy

Please read the below policy that will commence January 2018. This gives families time to prepare and order their Child's 'Wet Clothes Bag'. Our first order will be placed on Monday 16 October. Aim To provide a procedure to transport wet and soiled items home while being mindful of sustainability, Health & Hygiene ​. We practice sustainability within the service and believe the removal of plas...
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Diwali Celebrations

We will be celebrating Diwali on Thursday 19 October during the day with the children and on Friday 20 October we will be inviting families to join us for a catered dinner. Please see below for further information Diwali Celebrations - Thursday 19 October This will be a day set aside for Diwali Celebrations - Thursday 19 October I need your help though…If you can offer your support or guidance for...
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2017 Christmas Gifts

16 weeks until Christmas... Time to start planning. Our Christmas Party will be held on Friday 8 December, commencing at 6pm (14 weeks away). Please save the date now! Gifts.... ​Most years we have had a company supply our Christmas gifts which has been age appropriate toys. This year we are putting it to a vote.  What gifts would you like your child to receive?  1. An age appropriate to...
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August Newsletter

Upcoming Events ​16 August ​Centre Closed - EKKA Show Day ​4 September ​Super Hero - Father's Day Event Progressive Morning/Afternoon Tea We have commenced progressive morning and afternoon teas at the centre to assist with supporting children's individual needs. Instead of all children eating at a set time, they are able to snack anytime during the allotted time period. This is designed to get aw...
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Super Hero - Father's Day Event

Super Hero's Day Angus from our Preschool room has requested that we organise a Super Hero's Day - inspired by an event his Mum was having at her work. We love allowing children the opportunity to lead and take control. Careful planning was created with Angus and Miss Tammy, a list was made and now to put this plan into action! Angus has suggested that we have Sausages for lunch - No better way to...
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Breakfast Bar Procedure

Aim To provide Breakfast as an additional service to assist and support our families of a morning. *This is an additional service we are providing to our families that is not included in the daily fee. This is subject to the Procedure outlined below (to assist with Quality care and supervision please read and follow the procedure) This additional service may be removed under the Director's discret...
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July News

Welcome! Welcome to another month at Kidz Magic and it happens to be our Birthday Month. We opened our doors to Families 9 years ago....Wow!!! It only feels like yesterday. We had a great Birthday celebration - Party Games, Cake, Pizza and a Magician with a real life rabbit. Lot's of smiles and lot's of laughs.  Thank you to each and everyone of you - you have all helped create a wonderful Ce...
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Kidz Magic 9th Birthday Celebrations

It's time to Party!!!! ​When: ​Friday 14 July ​Time ​10am start ​Cost ​$10 - Includes Magician, Pizza & Cake Party! Party! Party! On Friday 14 July, we will be celebrating our 9 th Birthday. We have a Magician coming to perform some magic on the morning. This show will last for approx. 45 min. After the Magic Show we will have lots of party games to participate in. We will have Domino's pizza ...
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Creating Awareness in Ocean Conservation - Senior Kindy

How can you help protect our Oceans... Last Thursday, 8 th June, was World Oceans Day. World Oceans Day is a global day of ocean celebration and collaboration for a better future.It is to create an awareness of the wonders of the ocean and an understanding of how we can all help to save it.This last two weeks, in our room, we have been focusing on the ocean and the wondrous animals that live benea...
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Starting School Game

Is your child starting Prep in 2018? A new Starting School Game has just been released. This game is available for all children enrolled in our Government Approved Kindergarten Program and will be starting School in 2018. The interactive game has been developed as part of the the Government's commitment to ensuring each child, and their family, transition well to school. The game includes 34 playi...
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June Newsletter

Welcome Welcome to June's edition of our monthly newsletters. Thank you to the parents who have provided some valuable feedback and input in relation to the Educational Programs we offer. Don't forget to like us on Facebook to keep up to date with other events and info about the centre. Upcoming Events ​23 June ​Under 8's Day Pallara State School ​29 June ​Cultural Performance ​3-7 July ​NAIDOC We...
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Cultural Performance

NAIDOC Week is fast approaching – we will be planning experiences for NAIDOC Week 3-7 July. As a lead up and an introduction to NAIDOC week we will be having an Interactive Performance here at the centre on Thursday 29 June. This will be part of the Learning Program the Educators have planned to Introduce children to cultural differences. The performance will run for 45-60min and is inclusive of a...
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Sea of Hands

Sea of Hands - National Reconciliation Week The children have experiences planned for National Reconciliation Week....next week we are asking for your support. The Sea of Hands is a major reconciliation community campaign. The Sea of Hands has become a symbol of the People's Movement for Reconciliation. Today, the hands symbolise community support for RECONCILIATION, RIGHTS and RESPECT. Hands will...
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National Reconciliation Week

Reconciliation must live in the hearts, minds and actions of all Australians as we move forward, creating a nation strengthened by respectful relationships between the wider Australian community and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. ​ National Reconciliation Week runs from 27 May-3 June and we will be running various activities across the week with the children. Nursery Room The child...
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Centre Photo's

Event ​ ​ Class Photos Date 5th - 9th June 2017 Our annual class photo's are fast approaching. The photographer will be at the centre for the week commencing 5 June. We will aim to get  children done on the first day of the week they attend.  Kindy clothes are fine to wear for the photo's, however if you wish to provide particular clothes please ensure these are available on the  fi...
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May News

Upcoming Events ​2 June ​All Families are Special Show - please collect your permission slip from your child's pocket ​5 June ​Centre Photo's Commence - Photo slips will be in your child's pocket soon ​29 June ​Indigenous Performance ​3 July ​NAIDOC Week - the weekly events list will be up mid June Cadbury Fundraiser Our Cadbury Fundraiser will be commencing soon. We are asking if each family coul...
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Adopt a Grandparent Program

Adopt a Grandparent Today it is fairly common for families to be dispersed across the world. Valuable life experiences can be gained from engaging with older people.  Lets bring our generations closer! Can you help? It would involve inviting grandparents of the children at our Centre to visit the children on a volunteer basis. They would read to them, assist with creative activities, play mus...
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International Families Day

International Day of Families focuses on the role of families and family-oriented policies in promoting education and overall well-being of their members. In particular, the Day is to raise awareness of the role of families in promoting early childhood education and lifelong learning opportunities for children and youth. International Families Day is Monday 15 May - we will commence this in our Pr...
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Mother's Day High Tea

Mother's Day High Tea We would like to invite all our Mum's and Grandmother's to come and join us for our Annual Mother's Day Celebrations. This year we will be hosting a High Tea for all our Mum's... Come along and be served a delicious morning tea by your child. Take the time to relax, chat to other mum's while we serve you some delicious cakes and coffee. Please ensure you RSVP for this event a...
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Earth Day

Our Sustainable Future...  At Kidz Magic we are committed to taking an active role in caring for our environment and contributing to a sustainable future. Did you know that Earth Day is Saturday 22 April? It is recognised worldwide. Earth Day was first celebrated in 1970 as a day to reflect on our planet, our environment and what we can do to foster respect and help keep them healthy. We need...
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Kidz Magic | April News

Welcome! ​Welcome to another edition of our Newsletter. Our Upcoming Events - please take note of the events below ​25 April ​ ​Anzac Day - Centre Closed ​1 May ​Labour Day - Centre Closed ​12 May ​ ​Mother's Day High Tea ​15 May ​International Day of Families International Day of Families International Day of Families focuses on the role of families and family-oriented policies in promoting educa...
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March 2017 - Kidz Magic

Greetings Kidz Magic Parents...  Its already march, and we would like to extend a warm welcome to our new families that have recently joined us. We are so excited to be part of your child's journey creating wonderful memories that will be remembered for years to come. ​Date Event​ 28 March​ Homestyle Bake Orders Due​ 4 April​ ​Homestyle Delivery - Collection from 11am​​ 13 April​ Easter ...
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Event: Easter 2017 - Kidz Magic

Easter Celebrations ​Time 10:30am - 11:45am ​ ​ 13 April 2017  Where: Kidz Magic 77 Juniper St Heathwood Schedule *Subject to change depending on weather and each class 10:30am - 10:35am Nursery & Toddler Class 10:40am-10:45am JK Class 10:45am - 11:00am Kindy & Preschool Class 11:15am Picnic Lunch Please help your child make an Easter hat for our Parade. Participation Certificates and...
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