The Role of Creativity in Early Childhood: How Reggio Emilia Encourages Original Thinking
Traditional early childhood settings can sometimes limit creativity with rigid routines and uniform expectations. At Reggio Emilia childcare centres, we believe that creativity is not just an activity — it’s a vital part of a child’s development. Through open-ended materials, flexible classroom layouts, and child-led learning, our environments are intentionally designed to spark imagination, encourage […]
Questions to Ask on a Childcare Centre Tour (Free Printable Checklist Included)
When families begin searching for childcare, it is easy to feel overwhelmed by choices, from shiny facilities to long lists of programs and promises. But what truly matters is knowing what to look for and how to recognise an environment where your child will genuinely thrive. During a childcare tour, parents have a powerful opportunity […]
The 3-Day Guarantee: What It Means for Reggio Emilia Early Learning Centre Families in 2026
There’s exciting news ahead for families in 2026. Starting January 5, the Australian Government will introduce the 3-Day Guarantee, giving eligible families greater access to subsidised early learning. This change is designed to make childcare more achievable and easier to plan around real-life routines. At Reggio Emilia Early Learning Centre, we’re ready to support families […]
Reggio Emilia vs Montessori
Choosing your child’s preschool and early learning centre is a big decision and it’s important you have all the information you need to make the right choice. If you’re on this page, chances are you’ve narrowed it down to centres using either the Reggio Emilia or Montessori approaches. Both approaches are similar in that they’re […]
Understanding the childcare subsidies in NSW
Understanding the childcare subsidies available to families in Australia can prove difficult with all the different websites offering up information plus. So the team at Reggio Emilia have broken down exactly what financial assistance is available from the Child Care Subsidy also known as the CCS. CCS Components The amount of CCS you receive is […]