Affinity Education Blog

Insights, Updates and Ideas from Across Our Early Learning Community

Welcome to the Affinity Education blog - a space where we share helpful tips, sector updates, wellbeing initiatives, and early education insights for families and educators.

Whether you’re part of our team, enrolled at one of our centres, or simply passionate about early childhood education, you’ll find valuable information here to support children’s learning, educator development, and community engagement.

Papilio Early Learning, Point Cook has been "Exceeding" according to National Quality Standards. (L-R) Ollie (2), Evie (5) and Sadie (2) are joined by early child learning teacher Kiara. Picture: Jake Nowakowski

Exceeding Expectations: How Papilio Point Cook Brings the National Quality Standard to Life

By Michele Mayhew | 18 June 2025
Walk into Papilio Early Learning Point Cook and you'll immediately feel the difference - bright, inspiring learning environments, the smell of a fresh, nourishing lunch from the in-house kitchen, and...
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The Power of Mentorship in Early Childhood Education

By Michele Mayhew | 9 June 2025
Behind every confident educator is a story of someone who took the time to guide, support, and believe in them. Maybe you're just starting out. Maybe you've been in early...
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Supporting Our Educators, Empowering Our Children: A New Coaching Series with Dr Kaylene Henderson

By Michele Mayhew | 3 June 2025
At Affinity Education Group, we know that calm, confident educators create safe, nurturing environments where children can thrive. That's why we're proud to introduce the next phase of our Safety...
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Nourishing Little Learners: Our Winter Menu Has Arrived

By Michele Mayhew | 2 June 2025
It's 11:30am on a chilly Tuesday, and the toddler room is buzzing. Children are washing their hands, finding their seats, and chatting about what's for lunch. Over in the kitchen,...
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Reconciliation in Early Education: Embedding Cultural Understanding Every Day

By Michele Mayhew | 26 May 2025
At Affinity Education, reconciliation is more than a statement - it's a promise. A daily, deliberate act of respect, learning, and collaboration. Across more than 250 early learning centres on...
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Media Statement – May 2025

By Affinity Education | 12 May 2025
RESPONSE FROM AFFINITY EDUCATION GROUP CEO TIM HICKEY TO ABC TV's 7:30 PROGRAM "These are very serious and troubling matters. I want to express again how profoundly sorry I am...
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Happy Workiversary Miss Tina and Miss Adriana

By Carla Adams | 14 April 2025
Among our many talented and valued Affinity-ites around Australia, April includes the Affinity Workiversaries of two wonderful early childhood educators and leaders in our sector. We would like to take...
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Affinity Education Group Launches Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP)

By Carla Adams | 7 April 2025
After more than two years of collaboration and planning, Affinity Education Group has launched our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) reflecting a national community commitment.  The plan's launch took place in...
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Media Statement

By Affinity Education | 17 March 2025
Statement from Affinity Education Group The issues raised by ABC TV's Four Corners program about Australia's childcare sector are deeply concerning. Affinity treats all compliance and safety incidents at our...
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