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Strip It Back - Why I choose a calmer classroom approach
Back when I first started teaching (all those years ago!) I used to love to fill the walls of my classroom with an array of children’s...
Kate Hodgekiss
Jun 24, 20194 min read
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Emotional Development - 4 Factors to Consider
With the introduction of the Early Years Learning Framework (2009) we have seen an increased emphasis on children’s emotional and social...
Kate Hodgekiss
Aug 20, 20183 min read
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What's Theory Got To Do With It? EYLF Principle 5 - Ongoing Learning and Reflective Practice.
The Early Years Learning Framework (DEEWR, 2009, p. 13) sets out five principles of early education and the fifth and final one is...
Kate Hodgekiss
Aug 6, 20183 min read
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What's Theory Got To Do With It? EYLF principle 4 - Respect for Diversity.
The Early Years Learning Framework (DEEWR, 2009, p. 13) sets out five principles of early education and the fourth is “Respect for...
Kate Hodgekiss
Jul 9, 20183 min read
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What's Theory Got To Do With It? EYLF principle 2 - Partnerships.
The Early Years Learning Framework (DEEWR, 2009, p. 12) sets out five principles of early education and the second is “Partnerships”....
Kate Hodgekiss
May 31, 20183 min read
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What's Theory Got To Do With It? EYLF principle 1- relationships.
The Early Years Learning Framework (DEEWR, 2009, p. 12) sets out five principles of early education and the first is “Secure, respectful...
Kate Hodgekiss
May 26, 20183 min read
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5 Reasons Relationships Trump Everything Else
In the early childhood sector we have seen a shift in approach, as emphasis that used to be placed on skill and ability is now placed on...
Kate Hodgekiss
Mar 4, 20183 min read
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Diversity in ECEC - What Happens When Parent and Educator Beliefs Differ?
There has been a huge amount of online discussion recently around gender issues in early childhood education. From complex discussion...
Kate Hodgekiss
Dec 18, 20173 min read
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