May News

  "If you see someone without a smile, give them one of yours." Quality Practices - Where are we heading?  What is trauma- informed practice? Trauma-informed practice in early learning focuses on fostering safety, trust, and resilience in children who have experienced trauma. It recognizes that trauma can disrupt a child's sense of safety and impact their ability to form positive relatio...

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April News

     "Ohana means family. Family means nobody gets left behind or forgotten." Welcome to our April news! Firstly, we would like to thank the families who took time out of their day to join us for the Easter Hat Parade. We were also very fortunate to have Leeanne Enoch MP join us for the event.   Save the dates 25 April - Centre Closed Anzac Day 1 May - Centre Closed L...

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March News

Friday 7 April Good Friday - CLOSED Monday 10 April Easter Monday - CLOSED Tuesday 25 April Anzac Day - CLOSEDMonday 1 MayLabour Day - CLOSED Welcome to our March news!  We have a few public holidays upcoming, just a reminder that we are closed on all public holidays. Easter Hat Parade We ask that you help make an easter hat at home with your child for this year's Easter Hat parade....

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February News

Upcoming Events 7 April - Centre Closed Public Holiday  10 April - Centre Closed Public Holiday 28 March - Dental Visit 27-31 March Centre Class & Individual Photos Arrival Time We ask that all children arrive no later than 9:30am.  Leave I will be on leave from Tuesday 28 February - Monday 13 March. Miss Candace and Miss Jo will be available at the centre to support in anyway. Pleas...

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January News

Welcome to Kidz Magic and the start of a wonderful year ahead! Please take the time to read the notices to help make the transition as smooth as possible. Arrival Time We ask that all children arrive no later than 9:30am. Our focus is providing an education program - the most benefit is gained when all children have arrived and ready to start the day. Late arrivals do disrupt the learning and...

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December News

What a year! Who can believe that another year is nearly over! I would like to take this opportunity to thank all of our wonderful families for all of their support through out the year. We hope you all have a wonderful Christmas and a Happy New Year. Centre Closure We will be closed on all public holidays. Monday 26 December Tuesday 27 December Monday 2 January  What's new in 2023... Room Ch...

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October News

Dates to remember! 24 October Diwali Celebrations 28 November  Kindergarten Graduation 5-9 DecemberChristmas Week Celebrations26 & 27 DecemberPublic Holiday Centre Closed Diwali Celebrations We will be celebrating Diwali on Monday 24 October.  We will have cultural dance for the children and making rangoli as a group. We ask that children come dressed in cultural attire and bring a p...

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September News

 Welcome to our September News!  Upcoming Events  Date Event 7 September Educator's Day 12 SeptemberAfrican Music & Cultural Program - Kindergarten 14 SeptemberFamily Portrait Viewing Save the date...  2023 Re-Enrolment & Fee's Please ensure you check your account. As per policy fees must be one week in advance at all times. To be eligible for re-enrolmen...

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August News

2023 Re - Enrolment It's a good idea to commence thinking about your required days for 2023. A re-enrolment form will be sent out soon and all families will be required to complete and return. Please note we do run 2 Government approved Kindergarten programs. If you wish to know more about this, please do not hesitate to ask or you can send through an email with your questions. Important - Public ...

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July News

Welcome...  Welcome to our July news! The days are just passing us by. July is our Birthday month...It's time to celebrate!!! 14th Birthday Celebrations   We are asking if all children can come dressed in their party attire. There will be cakes and lollies on the day - if you do not wish your child to eat certain sweets, please let us know via email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Fee P...

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June News

Welcome to our June News...  Dates to Remember...  10 June - Parent Dinner 29 June - Trae Trae Incursion - Kindergarten Class 14 July - Centre's 14th Birthday Celebration 10 August - Public Holiday - Brisbane Show  August - TBC Parent Meet & Greet Parent Dinner   We have a parent dinner upcoming at the Forest Lake Hotel. This is an opportunity to meet other families an...

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May News

Welcome  Welcome to our May newsletter. Who enjoyed the last few long weekends?  Our next public holiday won't be until August for the Brisbane Show day. This will be on Wednesday 10 August. Trae - Trae Incursion   On Wednesday 29 June we will be having an Incursion. Time: 10am Trae Allen introduces children to his wonderful world of first nations' culture that he has disc...

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April News

Welcome to our April News! Easter is fast approaching, along with a string of public holidays. Please be sure to note that we are closed on the following public holidays : Friday 15 April Monday 18 April Monday 25 April Monday 2 May Class of 2022 Kindy Shirts  Our Kindy shirts have arrived. All eligible children in our Kindergarten program will receive a Class of 2022 Kindy Shirt. These will ...

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March News

Welcome to our March Edition!  Educa  @media print { .ms-editor-squiggler { display:none !important; } } .ms-editor-squiggler { all: initial; display: block !important; height: 0px !important; width: 0px !important; } @media print { .ms-editor-squiggler { display:none !important; } } .ms-editor-squiggler { all: initial; display: block !important; height: 0px !important; width: 0px !impor...

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February News

Welcome  Welcome to our February Newsletter. A big welcome to the new families who have recently joined us. Every month you will receive a monthly newsletter from the Centre. Carpark  Parent carpark - please ensure the carpark in front of the Centre is not used for drop off or pickup. This is staff car park only. It is also a requirement that parents do not use this carpark as the risk o...

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January News

Welcome...  Welcome to our January News. What a start to our New Year! Thank you to our families who have supported us during these challenging times of COVID. Your understanding and cooperation has been nothing short of amazing!   Statements Statements will be emailed every Monday. Please ensure you open your statements and view your transactions. Please keep in mind, the amount ow...

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December News

Welcome...  Welcome to our last newsletter for 2021!  Important Dates  Our centre will be closed on the following public holidays. 27 December 2021 28 December 2021 3 January 2022 26 January 2022 Accounts  Please be aware if your Direct Debit payments fall on a public holiday that they will be deducted the next business day. A dishonour fee of $14.95 will be charged for any mis...

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November News

Kindergarten Graduation  Our Kindergarten Graduation will be held on Wednesday 8 December - 5pm - 6:30pm. If your child attends on this day we ask if it is at all possible that you collect your child by 2pm, to assist us with setting up for the event. Due to COVID we will not be offering food, so please ensure your child has had something to eat prior to the event. We also ask that you b...

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October News

Welcome to our October Newsletter. Can you believe there is only 10 Friday's until Christmas. Be sure to save the dates below in your calendar. Updates will be provided on our Centre Facebook Page.  Kindergarten Graduation  Our Kindy Graduation will be held on Wednesday 8 December from 5pm - 6:30pm. We ask that if your child attends on a Wednesday that you collect them by 2pm to allow us...

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September News

Welcome to our September News.   Save the Date! We will be having a Grandparents Morning Tea on Monday 25 October. The event will be held from 10am - 11:15am. Grandparents are welcome to join us for Morning Tea and also join in with some amazing experiences that we will have planned. * Gardening *Photo booth * Card Making * Making funny face biscuits and much, much more We do require num...

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August News

Welcome to our August news. A big thankyou to the families for your support during our recent lockdown. It's not easy, but here is hoping we have no more lockdowns anytime soon. Just a reminder that masks must still be worn when entering our service. Anyone not wearing a mask will unfortunately be denied access. Please also remember to check in using the Qld Covid check in app. Dental Visit  ...

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July News

Upcoming Events  6 August Dental Visit 11 August Centre Closed - EKKA Show Day   Community Event Come along to this fabulous community event. Purchase those unique gifts on the night, mingle with our ladies and try your luck at one of the raffles. We have over $1000 worth of prizes to giveaway. Where: LaBella Health and Beauty - Shop 9 - 152 Woogaroo St Forest Lake Friday 30 Ju...

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June News

Welcome to our June News...  Wow, who can believe the new financial year is upon us. Where has the last 6 months gone? We sure have had a jam packed 6 months and ready to head into our Parent /Teacher interviews. Parent/Teacher Interviews  Parent / Teacher interviews will commence in July. There will be a booking sheet available in your child's room this week. Please be mindful they...

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May News

 Welcome Welcome to our May Newsletter.  We have had a busy few months with lots happening within our service. Have you liked our Centre Facebook page to keep up to date with what is happening in the centre? Download PDF File Here  Development Matters  Find out what is normal speech sound development and what you can do as a parent to help. Please see the article attached....

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April News

Welcome to our April newsletter. We have had a busy few weeks with our Mad Hatters Tea Party and our Easter Celebrations.  Thank you for your amazing support during these events.  Pin Code Entry As many of you are now aware that we have a pin code to enter the building. Every family will have thier own unique number. It's important that you do not give your pin code to anyone else. We al...

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March News

Upcoming Events   1 April     Mad Hatters Tea Party & Easter Celebrations 2 April     Good Friday - Centre Closed 5 April     Easter Monday - Centre Closed Statements Statements are emailed every Monday. We ask that you review your statement every week. It will show you payments to be deducted, total absences, CCS details etc. It's im...

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February News

Welcome  Welcome to our second edition of our Newsletter for 2021. Who can believe that our first month has come and gone so quickly.  Arrival Time We would like to take this opportunity to remind all families that we would like all children to have arrived at the service each day, no later than 9:30am. This supports children settling in and also allows children the least disru...

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January News

Welcome to our first newsletter of the year! We have so much planned and very excited to start your child's early learning journey together. Upcoming Events  25 January Australia Day Celebrations 26 January Centre Closed - Australia Day 25 January Parent Meeting Parent Meeting  We will be having a parent meeting here at the service on Monday 25 January at 6pm.  We ask that...

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End of Year News

Wow! What a challenging year 2020 was. What was more amazing was how we came together to support those around us. It surely taught us some valuable lessons. Who can believe that 2020 is drawing to an end? On behalf of all the Educator's at Kidz Magic I would like to wish everyone a Very Merry Christmas and a Happy and Safe New Year, thank you for your continued support over the year...

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Christmas / New Year

Holidays  Download PDF File Here As Christmas is just around the corner, please ensure if your family is taking leave that the 'Reduced Holiday Rate' form is filled out and returned to the office. Centre Closure  We will be closed on Public Holidays. Christmas Day 25 December Boxing Day 28 December New Years Day 1 January  Absent Days If your child will be away, we ask that you...

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November News

Welcome...   Welcome to our November News. With a little over 5 weeks until Christmas, who can believe 2020 is nearly over? Extensions Our extensions are nearly complete and we will soon welcome 40 new children each day. To ensure our supervision policies are adhered to, we ask that if your child is not in the Lilly Pilly, Paperbark or Wattle room that you refrain from entering the new p...

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October News

Welcome to our October News!  End of Year Events 2020 has been a year to remember, that's for sure. As it is too difficult to socially distance all of our parents, we have cancelled our end of year Christmas Party and Graduation. Please check our previous blog on Christmas COVID style - this will give you a detailed description of how we will celebrate Christmas as a service.  Our g...

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Diwali Celebrations

Every year our Service celebrates Diwali. This year our celebrations will occur on Friday 13 November. About Diwali  Diwali, Divali, Deepavali is the Hindu festival of lights, usually lasting five days and celebrated during the Hindu Lunisolar month Kartika (between mid-October and mid-November). One of the most popular festivals of Hinduism, Diwali symbolizes the spiritual "victory of light ...

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Christmas 2020 COVID Style

This year Christmas will be celebrated a little different, than previous years. Due to COVID-19 we are unable to socially distance all of our families, so we have planned a few different activities which are listed below. The week of Christmas activities are for children only. Unfortunately, parents are not able to attend.  Family Christmas Photo Booth  Our family Christmas Photo booth w...

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September News

 Welcome to our September News  Spring has sprung! What beautiful weather we have had recently. I think we will be safe to pack away our winter clothing. Upcoming Events  18 September  Talk Like a Pirate 5 October       Centre Closed - Public Holiday  29 October     Safety Talk - Kindergarten Talk like a Pirate Day  On Friday 18...

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August News

Welcome   Welcome to our August News. This time next month we will be giving you updates on our extensions. Exciting times ahead! Family Portraits   Our very popular photographer Bede is back! Have you booked your Family Portrait? For $20 you will receive a 10 x13" print and a keyring. Follow the link below to book your place. Be quick places are filling fast. www.facebook.com/...

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July News

Welcome...  Welcome to our July Newsletter. Half way through the year and before you know it we will be counting down to Christmas.  Educa   We will be using this platform as a means of communication. You may see the following information uploaded: NewslettersRemindersUpcoming EventsService Emails You are still welcome to email me personally - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. We wil...

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Kids Gourmet Food

We will be commencing Kids Gourmet Food from Monday 13 July 2020. This is an exciting change and we welcome some new food options for the children.  What is Kids Gourmet Food?  KGF prepares healthy, wholesome and fun meals for children in childcare. They consult with nutritionists and dieticians to produce a menu that not only exceeds the national dietary guidelines, it creates a po...

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June News

Welcome...   Welcome to our June News. What a crazy few months we have had but as restrictions start to ease I hope we all are starting to resume life as what we once called 'normal' again.  How wonderful is it to have our local parks, cafe's and shops open back up to our community.  While restrictions are easing within QLD - we will continue to monitor the visitors that we have wit...

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May News

Welcome  Welcome to our May Newsletter, it has definitely been a strange few weeks. With the restrictions easing within QLD, we still need to be mindful of social distancing, hygiene and the rules set out by the Government. We still have many procedures in place at our service to protect everyone involved. If you have not yet returned to our service, please ensure you touch base with Tammy pr...

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April News

Welcome to our April newsletter. What a few months we have had with the current pandemic. It certainly has touched each and every one of us in our own way. I would like to thank the families who chose to stay at home to stop the curve and also a big thank you to our Front line and essential workers. Useful Information  Start the conversation about Coronavirus with your kids! Watch the vi...

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March Newsletter

Welcome...   Welcome to our March Newsletter. Please take note of our upcoming events below and mark them in your calendar.  Upcoming Events   ​Date ​Event ​12 March ​Crazy Hair Day - Gold Coin Donation ​16 March​Bush Kindy Policy & Procedure Review - Parent Meeting 5:15pm​16-20 March​Centre Photo's​20 March​Entire Centre - Jarjum Sessions & food Tasting - $10 per child​25 M...

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February News

Welcome to 2020! We have had a busy start to the year. The children are settling in well to their new rooms and getting to know their Educator's.  Upcoming Events  Date ​​Event ​28 Feb - 9 March ​Tammy's Annual Leave ​9 March​Holli Show​16-20 March​Class Photos Statements  Statements are sent out via email every Fortnight on a Monday. Please ensure you check your statement...

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Australia Day Celebrations

On Friday the 24 January we will be celebrating Australia Day as part of our Learning Program. Throughout the week the children and Educators will be exploring Australian culture, history and experiences. Australia Day Celebrations  ​Friday 24 January What to Wear: Your 'Aussie' Outfit What to bring: A plate of Australian Food to share for Afternoon Tea Australia Day Experiences  &n...

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January News

Welcome...  Welcome to our January News and a Happy New Year. I hope you all had a lovely Christmas and ready for the year ahead!  What's New for 2020  Bush Kindy ProgramVietnamese Language ClassesWeekly Nursing Home Visits Indonesian Language Classes - Kindy ProgramPenpals - from Kindy's in IndonesiaOur very own Indigenous ConsultantOur very own NutritionistNepalese Language C...

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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 Smoothie...

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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 Chris...

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October News

Welcome to our October Newsletter.  Upcoming Events  ​Date ​Event ​1 October ​Cyber Safety Presentation - 6pm ​13 OctoberFamily Portraits25 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 attends)​15 No...

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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. The...

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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 th...

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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 a...

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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 in...

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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 annually...

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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 NewsToddlers NewsJuniors NewsJK NewsKindy News  H...

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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 labe...

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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 creating sa...

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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 [email protected]...

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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 Thurs...

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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 will ...

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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 P...

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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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