EV Early Years Manager

26/05/2026

Find out about Free Kinder, Kinder Kits, Kinder Tick, and more. Explore opportunities and support for early childhood educators and teachers.

15/05/2026

I have been working on something for a while and it is almost ready.

It is a 16-module course for parents of preschool-aged children.

Not a course full of advice you already know. One that starts with you, your nervous system, your self-blame, the voice in your head, and then moves gently into your child's development.

Because I kept meeting parents who were not 'bad' parents like they think they are. They are depleted ones. And depleted parents need something different to what is currently on offer.

Before I launch it properly I am running a free live webinar on Monday 15 June at 10am where I will walk you through the first module, share the science, and answer your questions.

It is free. It is one hour. And if it resonates you can grab the course at the early bird price of $79 before midnight on Sunday 14 June.

Registration link is in the comments. Come and see if it feels right for your family.

10/05/2026

23/04/2026

In our programs, we value the process far more than the final product. When children feel safe to explore without the fear of getting it wrong, they develop the confidence to innovate and problem solve.

Let them scribble, let them experiment, and let them see that their unique way of creating is exactly what the world needs. Encouraging them to colour outside the lines today builds the brave thinkers of tomorrow.

20/04/2026

Want to feel more confident talking to your child about body safety and consent? 💻

Join this free online webinar on Wednesday 22 April, 7–8.30pm, designed for parents and carers of children aged 1–10 years.

This session will help you build the knowledge, confidence and practical tools to introduce body safety and consent in an age-appropriate and meaningful way.

You’ll learn about essential body safety skills, how to respond if a child shares something concerning, and simple ways to embed these conversations into everyday life.

🌐 Register: https://www.maroondah.vic.gov.au/Community-support-business/Children-and-families/Parenting-information-sessions/Body-safety-and-consent-webinar

Delivered in partnership with City of Boroondara, Knox City Council, Maroondah City Council and Yarra Ranges Councils

17/04/2026

Starting kindergarten is a big milestone – and we’re here to help you feel confident every step of the way.

Join us for a free Kindergarten Information Evening to learn everything you need to know about your options in Yarra Ranges.

Delivered in partnership with the Department of Education, these sessions will cover eligibility, funding, available supports, local kindergarten options, and how to register and enrol.

📅 Tuesday 5 May, 7–8.30pm – Sherbrooke Family Centre, Upwey
https://www.trybooking.com/DKYQD
📅 Thursday 14 May, 7–8.30pm – Lilydale Civic Centre
https://www.trybooking.com/DKYRQ

Free to attend, bookings required.

14/04/2026

The Mini Beasts Festival is just around the corner! 🐞🕷️

In just a few days, Birdsland Reserve will be buzzing with bugs, reptiles, frogs and plenty of hands-on activities for curious minds of all ages.

Come along and explore the fascinating world of mini beasts, including:

🐍 Live insects, spiders, frogs and reptiles with Black Snake Productions
🐝 Mini Pollinator Palooza – build a bee hotel, taste honey and peek inside a hive
🪱 Interactive displays about waterbugs, worms and even platypus
🔎 Bug spotting and discovery activities
🌿 Nature play and environmental education
🍔 Food stalls to keep everyone fuelled for the day

This free, family-friendly event is perfect for children (and grown-ups!) who love getting outdoors and discovering nature.
📅 When: Sunday, 19 April
⏰ Time: 10:30am – 2:30pm
📍 Where: Birdsland Reserve (271 Mt Morton Road, Belgrave Heights)

01/04/2026

Nobody stopped singing to children on purpose.

Nobody decided to stop throwing balls with them, or letting them roll down hills, or teaching them the kind of hand games and rhymes that seem silly until you understand what they are actually doing to a developing brain.

It just quietly stopped happening. Screen time filled the gaps. Schedules filled the gaps. Fear of the outdoors filled the gaps. And before anyone noticed, an entire generation of children arrived at school without the sensory foundations that free play used to build automatically.

My programs exist to give that back. Short video sessions that children can follow at home, built on the same neuroscience that explains why those simple childhood activities mattered so much in the first place.