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Celebrating Book Week with the boys from Clontarf Foundation
The power of books and storytelling can be enjoyed at all ages! Just take a look....... What are the benefits to each set of students?...
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Aug 29, 20242 min read


Autism Acceptance Month
🌟 As we kick off Autism Acceptance Month, Hensman Street Elementary is shining a spotlight on the incredible benefits of inclusive...
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Apr 4, 20241 min read


STEM Hour: Inquiry-based STEM projects in early learning (featuring Christy-Lee Antonas)
In this one-hour STEM Hour, we’ll explore the transformative power of inquiry-based STEM projects in early learning through the lens of...
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Nov 29, 20231 min read


Statement on Play
https://www.earlychildhoodaustralia.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/ECA-Statement-on-Play-Appendix-Play-Principles-Parents-Carers.pdf...
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Oct 30, 20231 min read


Nurturing Minds and Bodies: Healthy Eating and Early Childhood Mental Health
The old saying "you are what you eat" holds true not only for physical health but also for mental well-being, especially during the...
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Sep 1, 20233 min read


Planting Seeds of Learning for Early Learning Matters Week
Learning through connection Each year, Early Childhood Australia invites early childhood educators, parents, carers and community leaders...
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Jul 26, 20232 min read


Begin with Kindness
This year Hensman Street Elementary has partnered with BE YOU and AISWA (Association of Independent Schools Western Australia) on a...
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Jul 19, 20232 min read


Mentally healthy Communities
I ntroduction: Mental health is an integral part of overall well-being, and fostering mentally healthy communities is crucial for the...
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Jun 21, 20233 min read


WHAT IS NATIONAL RECONCILIATION WEEK AND WHY IT IS SO IMPORTANT TO CELEBRATE!
National Reconciliation Week (NRW) is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and to...
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Jun 2, 20232 min read


Why we participate in ANZAC Day rituals with children in contemporary Australian classrooms?
Kelly Gillen From Mill Point Rotary Club, kindly shared his time and knowledge with the children and staff at Hensman Street Elementary,...
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May 4, 20232 min read


Wet Weather Play and why we do it
Wet weather play can have a positive impact on the development of young children in Australia. The Australian climate is diverse, with...
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Mar 27, 20232 min read


Speech Development for young children
Squeezy food pouches have become increasingly popular among parents in Australia as a convenient way to feed their children. However,...
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Mar 20, 20232 min read


Teacher Wellbeing
As the staff at Hensman Street Elementary, we know firsthand how challenging and rewarding the profession of teaching can be. Working in...
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Mar 1, 20232 min read


International Mother language day should be celebrated in all early years classrooms
Introduction In today's globalized world, multi-linguistic classrooms are becoming more common. This essay will discuss the benefits of a...
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Feb 21, 20232 min read


The reason for an early years protective behaviours curriculum
Protective behaviours curriculum is a program designed to teach children to recognize and report abuse and to stay safe in situations...
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Feb 14, 20232 min read


Hensman Street Elementary puts STEM in the spotlight through 2022 Little Scientists Awards
Hensman Street Elementary has been recognised as a winner in the prestigious Little Scientists Early STEM Awards, being named as the...
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Aug 23, 20222 min read


Wellbeing in our youngest friends
More recently than we would like to remember, we were in lockdown. Throwing us all into the throws of what to do with the children. We...
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Aug 15, 20222 min read


The SOCO & Loanport Sustainability Hub Now Open
It’s Finished!! With the generous support of SOCO & Loanport and the Government of Western Australia’s Department of Water and...
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Sep 1, 20212 min read


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Sep 1, 20210 min read


Playing With Mathematics and Finding “REAL” Treasure
Joy and success is written all over the faces of our Pre-Primary and Kindy children as they enter the school gate after a long walk in...
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Sep 1, 20211 min read
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