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Welcome to the Affinity Education blog – your trusted source for expert insights on early childhood education, parenting tips, child development, and the latest Affinity Education news. Our blog is here to support families with practical advice and keep you updated on the newest developments within our centres. Join us in giving every child the best start in life with information that matters to parents, caregivers, and educators alike!

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Starting Smarter – The Early Years Toolbox Expands Nationally for 2024

By Carla Adams | 8 April 2024
The implementation of the research-based Early Years Toolbox as part of the Lifelong Learning Curriculum has seen a marked increase in literacy, numeracy and working memory outcomes for children aged...
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Hope Inspired By Council Boost For Childhood Educators

By Carla Adams | 21 March 2024
Hope McGrath has been inspired by the news of Maranoa Regional Council's new childcare bursary, which aims to assist those who have completed their studies and are looking to enter...
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Impact Report – Affinity Education Group & The Smith Family  

By Carla Adams | 14 March 2024
After the first year of a three-year partnership with The Smith Family, the number of Learning for Life children sponsored by Affinity Education has grown by almost 20 percent to 244 students.  ...
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Affinity Expands Lifelong Learning Curriculum Through Partnership With Wandana Aboriginal Education

By Carla Adams | 13 March 2024
Affinity Education Group has announced the latest addition to the Lifelong Learning Curriculum - a partnership with Wandana Aboriginal Education to deliver purpose-built Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural education....
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30 years of Early Childhood Education: Miss Pam’s Affinity Workiversary 

By Carla Adams | 5 March 2024
Early Childhood Educator Miss Pam has been celebrated at Milestones Early Learning Jimboomba after marking her 30th 'Workiversary'. Miss Pam has been a Jimboomba resident for 36 years. Such is...
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Gender Pay Gap Employer Statement  

By Carla Adams | 27 February 2024
Gender Pay Gap Employer Statement   Affinity Education Group is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive workplace where all individuals are valued and compensated fairly, regardless of gender. Our...
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Loved Local Jo Sets New Goals for Milestones Early Learning  

By Carla Adams | 22 February 2024
Milestones Early Learning Bairnsdale's two campuses have welcomed new Senior Centre Manager Jo-Anne Maguigan, who brings more than 36 years of experience in childcare, training, and management to her new...
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Affinity Secures Circle Back Accreditation For Second Year 

By Carla Adams | 29 January 2024
Delivering the fastest, most personalised and most professional response to candidates is a passion for Affinity's Talent Acquisition Team.  "When you find the job you want - you don't want...
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Easing The Journey For New Early Childhood Teachers: NESA Supervisors Support New Early Childhood Teachers

By Carla Adams | 17 January 2024
Early Childhood Teacher Jade Seabury is easing the burden for her fellow teachers entering the profession in her role as a registered NESA Supervisor and Area Manager for Affinity Education...
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