Foundations for success built on play

Making the transition from preschool to school is traditionally a huge step for children and parents alike, but it doesn’t have to be that way.

Kim Moroney appointed Conjoint Fellow at the University of Newcastle

Kim Moroney, Project Officer for Early Learning at the Catholic Schools Office, tells us about her recent appointment as Conjoint Fellow in the School of Education at the University of Newcastle.

Transition to school…a process of continuity and change

Starting school is one of the major transitions of life. It can be a time of excitement and expectation and it can also be a time of anxiety and fear.

Let's play; the possibilities are endless!

Albert Einstein believed that “Play is the highest form of research.”

Lachlan says,” When I play I use my imagination. You can do anything with it, because anything can happen in your imagination.”

Mia says, “You can share your imagination by whispering it in someone’s ear.”

Early learning: a key focus for the Catholic Schools Office

In November, 140 primary principals and Early Stage One teachers from across the Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle as well as Catholic Schools Office staff, including members of the leadership team, gathered for the first Early Learning Summit in Newcastle. Participants were engaged and immersed in contemporary understandings about Early Learning.