Why do smiles matter

Smiles help our friends feel happy and safe, they make playtime more fun and they help grow stronger friendships.

At St Nicholas Early Education, Early Childhood Educators play a vital role in fostering the holistic development of young children through play-based education and care.

St Nicholas joined the wider Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle to decorate a visible space to recognise National Child Protection Week 2025.

At St Nicholas Early Education, Father’s Day is a cherished opportunity to celebrate the incredible fathers, grandfathers, uncles and father figures in our communities.

On the last weekend of August, St Nicholas Early Education Fletcher’s families came together for a working bee, rolling up their sleeves to refresh and revitalise their centre’s community garden.

Across St Nicholas Early Education, our educators received messages of gratitude from our families, children and wider community in celebration of Early Childhood Educators Day.

Choosing the right early childhood education and care centre for your child can feel overwhelming. But by asking the right questions, you can find a place that’s safe, nurturing, and aligned with your family’s values.

Children’s Book Week isn’t just about creative dress-ups; it is a moment to celebrate storytelling in all its forms.

Schema play is a natural form of learning through play. It shows how children are not just playing randomly – they’re experimenting, testing theories, and building understanding.

This article has been taken from The Great Lakes Advocate.

Reading with your child is a powerful way to fuel their imagination, grow their language skills and nurture their emotional development.