Early Childhood Education and Care Professional Development, Workshops & Resources

Excellence Matters Early Childhood Professional Development Gossip

Aug 16

Let’s Talk About Gossip in Early Childhood Services

Leadership , NQS Quality Area 4 , Team Building

Let’s face it, gossip in early childhood centres does happen and sometimes it can even have a negative impact on staff, children and families. At times we probably have all been guilty of gossip. However, it can become a habit and ingrained in the culture to the point where it’s difficult to know how things can […]

Excellence Matters Early Childhood Professional Development Reasons for Conflict

Jul 25

5 Reasons Why Your Team May Be Experiencing Conflict

Leadership , NQS Quality Area 4 , Team Building

We often speak to directors and managers who are frustrated with unresolved conflict in their teams. It’s normal to ask:Why is this conflict happening in my team?Of course you understand that conflict is normal at times and that team members won’t always agree…. but sometimes it seems nearly impossible to break the cycle and get […]

Excellence Matters Team Building Activities Early Childhood Professional Development

May 16

Promote a Positive Attitude to Change with these 3 Professional Learning Activities

Change , Leadership , NQS Quality Area 4 , NQS Quality Area 7 , Staff Meeting , Team Building

We all want to lead and work in teams that work well together. When educators and other staff have respectful and supportive relationships with each other, it creates an environment where children experience security and happiness. It’s easier to build positive relationships with families and it just makes our work lives happier. Whilst occasionally great teamwork […]

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Let’s Talk About Gossip in Early Childhood Services

5 Reasons Why Your Team May Be Experiencing Conflict

Promote a Positive Attitude to Change with these 3 Professional Learning Activities