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I was recently in a waiting room, when my youngest daughter asked if she could play on theiPad. It’s not a habit I want us to get into, but in that moment, her having ten minutes on it,while I had ten minutes to myself, sounded perfect. I presented her with three...

  Sending your child to preschool was a big step for you and your family. Thank you for trusting The Owl and The Pussycat Preschool with these precious early learning years. Now your little one is approaching 5 years old, and a new transition is on the horizon:...

Toilet training is an important milestone in a child's development, marking a transition from nappies to the use of a toilet. At The Owl and the Pussycat Preschool, we understand the importance of toilet training and the challenges it can present for both children and...

Sensory play is an important aspect of childhood development, as it engages all five senses and helps children to explore the world around them. Sensory play activities can help to improve children's cognitive, social, language, and emotional development. In this...

As parents and educators, we play a crucial role in supporting children's language development. One way to do this is through scaffolding, a technique that involves providing support and guidance to help children build upon their existing language skills. In this...

At The Owl and the Pussycat Preschool, we believe that children should have the opportunity to engage in risky play as part of their learning and development. Risky play involves activities that can potentially cause physical harm, such as climbing, jumping, and...

At The Owl and the Pussycat Preschool, we take a holistic approach to child development. This means considering all aspects of a child's development, including physical, cognitive, social, language, and emotional, and providing experiences that promote growth and...

As adults, we often view play as a purposeless activity, but for children, it's a vital aspect of their learning and growth. Renowned psychologist Jean Piaget believed that play is the work of childhood, as it is essential for children's physical, cognitive, social...

Transitioning to kindergarten or a childcare centre can be challenging for both children and parents. It can trigger big emotions and make children feel anxious, scared, or overwhelmed. At The Owl and the Pussycat Preschool and childcare centre, we understand the...

It is a big question for all parents: Is my child ready to start school? In Australia, the age that children should legally begin school is the year of their sixth birthday. However, some are beginning even sooner than this, as early as four and a half years old. The...