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G8 Education early learning centres bring smiles to children in hospital this Easter

Tue, 04 Apr 2023 23:45:00 +0000

Everyone deserves a bit of joy at Easter, so on Monday 3 April Sydney’s Greenwood Early Learning Centres and Smiles2U brought the Easter Bunny to children staying at WISE Specialist Emergency Clinic, Northern Beaches Hospital and Royal North Shore Hospital. Smiles2U create packages to deliver to children in hospital to keep them entertained and bring […]

G8 Education educator named Gold Coast’s favourite early learning professional

Wed, 22 Mar 2023 23:38:00 +0000

Kool Kids Early Learning Ashmore’s lead educator Bec Whiting has been named as the Gold Coast’s favourite early learning professional by Gold Coast Bulletin readers. The Labrador resident has lived in the Gold Coast her whole life and has worked in childcare for almost 40 years. From school she wanted to pursue the passion for […]

G8 parent goes from mum to educator-in-training amid workforce shortage

Thu, 02 Feb 2023 05:52:06 +0000

Amid a workforce shortage crisis where vacancies can take months to fill, what better endorsement of a centre’s service and its team then a parent deciding to go from “mum” to “educator-in-training”. Jessica Collins, G8 centre Community Kids Mount Gambier’s new trainee said she was so inspired by the educators and teachers at the service […]

Kindy Patch Clarinda named in top 8 per cent of Australian early learning services

Thu, 02 Feb 2023 05:36:32 +0000

One of G8’s early learning centre, Kindy Patch Clarinda, has joined an elite club of Australia’s top eight per cent of early learning services*, after receiving “Exceeding” in all seven quality areas from the Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) in a recent assessment. “I am so proud of the high-quality education and […]

New year, new transitions! G8 Education shares how they support children with change

Fri, 13 Jan 2023 04:01:48 +0000

Transitions happen to everyone, every day, every week, every month, and every year. They are an integral part of our lives and can be major or minor. Just like you, children may welcome transitions and change, or they might be reluctant or hesitant. At G8 Education, our educators and teachers ensure that children are supported […]

G8 announces 2022 National Standout Educator Award winners

Tue, 20 Dec 2022 02:09:17 +0000

This is Juliet Davis’ second time winning the Sustainability award for the environmentally friendly practices she has embedded at Great Beginnings Secret Harbour. “I am thrilled to once again be recognized for the work that I do in the area of sustainability – my greatest passion in life,” said Ms Davis. “It is so incredibly […]

G8 partners in Australian-first nappy recycling trial

Tue, 06 Dec 2022 22:10:37 +0000

G8 Education’s Welly Road Early Learning Centre is at the centre of an Australian-first nappy recycling trial. In partnership with Kimberly-Clark, this trial could be Australia’s answer to preventing 1.5 billion disposable nappies ending up in landfill each year. The first trial of its kind in Australia, The Nappy Loop has been underway in South […]

G8 announces new benefit model for Early Childhood Teachers

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 05:48:04 +0000

G8 Education’s Early Childhood Teachers will have the choice to either enjoy two weeks additional leave or higher wages from next year, as part of the provider’s fight against growing sector-wide workforce shortages pressures. G8 Education’s Chief People Transformation Officer Tabitha Pearson said it was time for the business to think differently about how to […]

G8 invests in development to fight workforce shortages

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 00:48:52 +0000

As the early childhood education and care sector grapples with a workforce shortage crisis, G8 Education is investing in the next generation of educators, creating more than 100 Educator-in-training roles across New South Wales and Victoria to pilot its first mass induction of new trainees. Early childhood education sector vacancies are at an all-time high, […]

Thousands more Australian children to benefit from world-first program

Wed, 02 Nov 2022 00:26:00 +0000

Hundreds of Early Childhood Teachers will have access to an evidence-based rhythm and movement program to support children’s self-regulation thanks to a new partnership between early learning provider G8 Education, and QUT’s world-first RAMSR program. The Rhythm and Movement for Self-Regulation (RAMSR) program sees children perform complex, coordinated movements to specially developed music tracks to […]

G8 Education establishes “think tank” Education Advisory Committee

Wed, 10 May 2023 03:23:29 +0000

G8 Education is tapping into some of early learning’s brightest minds, establishing a “think tank” style Education Advisory Committee of sector experts to continue to drive innovation and quality across its national network. “The Education Advisory Committee allows our G8 team to exchange insights with recognised experts and engage with cutting edge research in early […]

G8 Education’s Ali Evans appointed to the Early Childhood Australia National Board

Mon, 08 May 2023 03:20:07 +0000

G8 Education’s Head of Early Learning and Education Ali Evans has been appointed to the Early Childhood Australia National Board. The announcement follows Ali’s most recent role with ECA as Queensland Chair, and also her recent appointment to the Thriving Queensland Kids Partnership Leadership Table. “I find the collegiality and professionalism of working with colleagues […]

G8 Education hosts sector experts at annual conference

Thu, 18 May 2023 03:45:50 +0000

A former Antarctic explorer, a leading expert in early education for sustainability and one of New Zealand’s most highly regarded early learning professionals are just some of the impressive bios headlining G8 Education’s 2023 National Conference this week. G8 Education has welcomed around 500 of its centre leaders and around centre support teams to the […]

G8 Education Centre Leaders celebrated at annual awards gala

Thu, 18 May 2023 03:38:46 +0000

G8 Education has celebrated its Centre Leaders at its annual Centre Manager Awards as part of the 2023 G8 National Conference. Sabrina Syamando, Centre Manager of Creative Garden Mount Annan was amongst the award winners, awarded Centre Manager of the Year and the Environment and Sustainability Award. “I come to work every day wanting to […]

Great Beginnings Yanchep now open

Mon, 19 Jun 2023 05:52:50 +0000

The beachside town of Yanchep continues to grow at rapid rates and isn’t slowing down with forecasts predicting the community of 12,000 is expected to grow to more than 45,000 by 2041. The 100-place early learning centre, Great Beginnings Yanchep, opened its doors in April this year promising to provide quality early education and care […]

Greenwood Early Education Centre receives National Quality Standard Exceeding Rating

Thu, 20 Jul 2023 23:45:09 +0000

G8 Education’s Greenwood Early Education Centre, located in Officer Victoria, is setting the standard for early education after it received an “Exceeding” rating* from the Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) in a recent assessment and rating. “I am so grateful and proud to lead a team of such talented educators and teachers, […]

Great Beginnings Gymea setting the standard for early learning

Wed, 26 Jul 2023 23:04:13 +0000

G8 Education’s Great Beginnings Centre located in Gymea, Sydney, is setting the standard for early learning and long day care after it received an “exceeding” rating from the Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA). “I am so proud of the incredibly engaging and nurturing environment my team provide the children in our care […]

G8 Education welcomes funding commitment to support Early Childhood Education sector

Wed, 15 May 2024 01:32:56 +0000

G8 Education has welcomed the Federal Government’s budget commitment to support the Early Childhood Education sector that includes a commitment to fund wage increases for early childhood educators and investment in inclusion support, to support children with additional needs. The Government’s budget commitment signals its support for Early Childhood Education sector workers against the backdrop […]

G8 Education welcomes inclusion in Australia’s Top 10 desirable workplaces list

Wed, 22 May 2024 04:08:10 +0000

G8 Education has welcomed its inclusion at fifth spot in Randstad’s Australia’s Top 10 desirable workplaces list. G8 Education’s Acting Chief People Officer Stewart Silk said as Australia’s largest ASX-listed early childhood and care provider, we feel proud to be recognised as one of the nation’s top ten attractive employers. “Our purpose is to create […]

New partnership a positive move to address workforce demands of early childhood education sector

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 22:58:22 +0000

A new partnership between TAFE Queensland and G8 Education will support the learning and development of Queensland’s early childhood education workforce with access to nationally recognised fully funded qualifications. Approximately 1,400 G8 Education team members across 65 Queensland centres will have the opportunity to achieve a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, and […]

G8 Education welcomes code restricting use of personal phones in early childhood education and care services

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 00:58:34 +0000

G8 Education, a leading national provider of quality early education and care, welcomes today’s joint announcement by Federal Minister for Education, The Hon Jason Clare MP, and Federal Minister for Early Childhood Education and Minster for Youth, The Hon Dr Anne Aly MP, introducing a new voluntarily National Model Code and Guidelines for the use […]

G8 Education Appoints Linda Carroll as Chief People Officer

Sun, 30 Jun 2024 22:00:19 +0000

G8 Education, a leading national provider of quality early education and care, is pleased to announce the appointment of Linda Carroll as Chief People Officer (CPO). Joining the Executive Leadership team, Linda will play a pivotal role in cultivating a performance-driven culture, guided by G8 Education’s purpose and values. With more than a decade of […]

G8 Education Joins Supply Nation

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 01:42:29 +0000

G8 Education is proud to announce its membership with Supply Nation, reinforcing its commitment to promoting greater economic empowerment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities and working towards Closing the Gap. Announcing the membership, G8 Education’s Chief Education and Learning Officer Alison Evans highlighted the membership with Supply Nation as a significant […]

G8 Education welcomes Federal Government’s announcement to fund wage increases for Early Childhood Educators

Thu, 08 Aug 2024 03:25:32 +0000

G8 Education has welcomed the Federal Government’s announcement today to fund wage increases for Early Childhood Educators that will support the Early Childhood Education sector, including G8 Education’s more than 10,000 educators. G8 Education Chief Executive Officer Pejman Okhovat said G8 Education is committed to providing high quality early learning for Australian children and families, […]

Kinder Haven Moonee Ponds Awarded Best Child Care in the City of Moonee Valley for 2024

Sun, 11 Aug 2024 23:35:05 +0000

G8 Education is excited to announce that Kinder Haven Moonee Ponds has been recognised as The Best Child Care in the City of Moonee Valley for 2024 by the Quality Business Awards! This achievement reflects G8 Education’s purpose of delivering quality care and education to children from every background, fostering strong community connections and maintaining […]

World of Learning Piper Central Awarded Best Child Care in the City of Bundaberg for 2024

Wed, 14 Aug 2024 22:56:34 +0000

G8 Education is proud to announce World of Learning Piper Central has been recognised as The Best Child Care in the City of Bundaberg for 2024 by the Quality Business Awards! This achievement reflects G8 Education’s purpose of delivering quality care and education to children from every background, fostering strong community connections and maintaining the […]

Great Beginnings Belmont North opens its doors welcoming the area’s littlest learners

Sun, 01 Sep 2024 23:59:18 +0000

G8 Education has welcomed the area’s littlest learners, opening the doors to its newest early childhood education and care centre, Great Beginnings Belmont North, offering local families a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to fostering the learning growth and development their children. Centre Manager Maddie Meade, who brings more than eight years’ experience in early childhood education, […]

G8 Education welcomes Productivity Commission’s report supporting access to Early Childhood Education and Care Sector

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 07:53:07 +0000

G8 Education has welcomed the release of the Productivity Commission’s report into the Early Childhood Education and Care sector that includes a range of recommendations for reform aimed at providing universal early learning and care access, within the means of all families, for education and childcare for all children up to five years old. G8 […]

Kindy Patch Eleebana Recognised for Excellence with Exceeding Rating in Five Quality Areas

Sun, 29 Sep 2024 22:55:27 +0000

Kindy Patch Eleebana, operated by G8 Education, has been awarded an Exceeding rating in five Quality Areas of the National Quality Standard (NQS) following an assessment and rating visit by the Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA). This recognition highlights the centre’s commitment to delivering the highest level of early childhood education and […]

G8 Education welcomes Early Childhood and Care Multi Employer Agreement 2024-2026

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 20:53:06 +0000

G8 Education has welcomed the Multi-Enterprise Agreement that includes better conditions and well-deserved increased rates of pay for workers in the Early Education and Care (ECEC) sector. G8 Education Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Pejman Okhovat applauded the Government for their commitment to funding the pay increase and outcome of the negotiation process. “This […]

Community Kids Mount Gambier Named Best Regional Childcare Centre in South Australia

Sun, 24 Nov 2024 22:49:28 +0000

Community Kids Mount Gambier Early Education Centre has been recognised as South Australia’s top-performing regional childcare centre, taking home the Regional State Winner title in the 2024 KindiCare Excellence Awards. Centre Manager Kerri Scherer credits the achievement to the passionate and caring team of educators and teachers who place children’s wellbeing at the heart of […]

Community Kids McLaren Vale Wins KindiCare State Excellence Award for South Australia

Sun, 24 Nov 2024 22:46:19 +0000

G8 Education’s Community Kids McLaren Vale Early Education Centre has been recognised as the state winner for South Australia in the KindiCare Excellence Awards, earning an outstanding KindiCare Rating of 9.4. This award highlights the centre’s unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional early education and care. Centre Manager Christine Filsell attributes the centre’s success to its […]

G8 Education welcomes the removal of the Childcare Activity Test

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 07:30:30 +0000

G8 Education has welcomed the abolition of the childcare activity test that will guarantee families a minimum of three days of subsidised childcare regardless of how much they work or study.

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G8 Education partners with families to support children’s successful room transitions in early learning

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 23:22:00 +0000

G8 Education is encouraging families to prepare now for room transitions, after releasing new data today highlighting that the majority of room transitions occur in January.

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G8 Education welcomes new early childhood education and care data

Tue, 28 Jan 2025 03:48:11 +0000

G8 Education has welcomed new data released by the Federal Government today, including the savings for Australian families from childcare subsidies and the reduction in workers vacancy rates in the early childhood and care sector.

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Community Kids Pakenham Wins KindiCare’s First Families’ Choice Award

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 03:47:28 +0000

G8 Education's Community Kids Pakenham has been awarded the inaugural Families’ Choice Award in the 2024 KindiCare Excellence Awards.

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G8 Education rewards Centre Managers with Study Tour in New Zealand

Mon, 06 Jan 2025 03:32:17 +0000

G8 Education’s award-winning team recently participated in a transformative Study Tour in New Zealand. Over four days, they explored values-based leadership, risky play, and mindfulness, hosted by the renowned Childspace Early Childhood Institute.

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Plympton Early Childhood Educator Celebrates 30 years at World of Learning

Mon, 06 Jan 2025 03:13:43 +0000

An early childhood educator from Mooringe World of Learning in Plympton, SA has celebrated her 30 years working at the centre, where she educated more than 1,000 children.

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G8 Education welcomes abolition of Child Care Subsidy Activity Test

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 03:15:08 +0000

G8 Education has welcomed the announcement by the Federal Government today – the universal entitlement of at least three days per week of high-quality early learning and care for every child – and more for children who need it.

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G8 Education signs agreement to deliver pay increase for Early Childhood Educators ahead of Christmas

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 03:00:00 +0000

G8 Education has formally signed the Multi-Enterprise Agreement that will deliver better conditions and a well-deserved 15 per cent pay increase for workers in the Early Education and Care (ECEC) sector.

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G8 Education announces 2024 National Standout Educator Award Winners

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 02:56:57 +0000

G8 Education has today announced the winners of its National Standout Educator Awards, celebrating six exceptional team members who exemplify excellence in early childhood education and care. The annual awards recognise educators for their outstanding contributions across six key categories: Safety, Sustainability, Community Engagement, Family Engagement, Mentoring, and Outstanding Practice. Winners were nominated by their […]

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Community Kids McLaren Vale Wins KindiCare State Excellence Award for South Australia

Sun, 24 Nov 2024 23:23:48 +0000

G8’s Community Kids McLaren Vale Early Education Centre has been recognised as the state winner for South Australia in the KindiCare Excellence Awards.

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Community Kids Mount Gambier Named Best Regional Childcare Centre in South Australia

Sun, 24 Nov 2024 23:22:38 +0000

Community Kids Mount Gambier Early Education Centre has been recognised as South Australia’s top-performing regional childcare centre.

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G8 Education welcomes Early Childhood and Care Multi Employer Agreement 2024-2026

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 20:55:15 +0000

G8 Education has welcomed the Multi-Enterprise Agreement that includes better conditions and well-deserved increased rates of pay for workers in the Early Education and Care (ECEC) sector.

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Kindy Patch Eleebana Recognised for Excellence with Exceeding Rating in Five Quality Areas

Mon, 30 Sep 2024 03:51:00 +0000

Kindy Patch Eleebana, operated by G8 Education, has been awarded an Exceeding rating in five Quality Areas of the National Quality Standard (NQS).

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G8 Education welcomes Productivity Commission’s report supporting access to Early Childhood Education and Care Sector

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 03:49:00 +0000

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Great Beginnings Belmont North opens its doors welcoming the area’s littlest learners

Mon, 02 Sep 2024 03:47:00 +0000

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World of Learning Piper Central Awarded Best Child Care in the City of Bundaberg for 2024

Thu, 15 Aug 2024 03:45:00 +0000

G8 Education is proud to announce World of Learning Piper Central has been recognised as The Best Child Care in the City of Bundaberg for 2024 by the Quality Business Awards.

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Kinder Haven Moonee Ponds Awarded Best Child Care in the City of Moonee Valley for 2024

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 03:43:00 +0000

G8 Education is excited to announce that Kinder Haven Moonee Ponds has been recognised as The Best Child Care in the City of Moonee Valley for 2024 by the Quality Business Awards.

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G8 Education welcomes Federal Government’s announcement to fund wage increases for Early Childhood Educators

Thu, 08 Aug 2024 03:42:00 +0000

G8 Education has welcomed the Federal Government's announcement today to fund wage increases for Early Childhood Educators that will support the Early Childhood Education sector, including G8 Education’s more than 10,000 educators.

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G8 Education Joins Supply Nation

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 03:40:00 +0000

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G8 Education welcomes code restricting use of personal phones in early childhood education and care services

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 03:33:00 +0000

G8 Education welcomes today’s joint announcement by Federal Minister for Education and Federal Minister for Early Childhood Education and Minster for Youth, introducing a new voluntarily National Model Code and Guidelines for the use of personal phones in early childhood education and care services.

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G8 Education Appoints Linda Carroll as Chief People Officer

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 03:04:00 +0000

G8 Education is pleased to announce the appointment of Linda Carroll as Chief People Officer (CPO). With more than a decade of sector-specific experience and the ability to lead high-performing teams, Linda brings invaluable expertise to her new role.

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New partnership a positive move to address workforce demands of early childhood education sector

Fri, 07 Jun 2024 03:00:00 +0000

A new partnership between TAFE Queensland and G8 Education will support the learning and development of Queensland’s early childhood education workforce. Approximately 1,400 G8 Education team members across 65 Queensland centres will have the opportunity to achieve a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, and the Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care alongside their current employment.

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G8 Education welcomes inclusion in Australia’s Top 10 desirable workplaces list

Wed, 22 May 2024 02:57:00 +0000

G8 Education has welcomed its inclusion at fifth spot in Randstad’s Australia's Top 10 desirable workplaces list.

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G8 Education welcomes funding commitment to support Early Childhood Education sector

Wed, 15 May 2024 02:55:00 +0000

G8 Education has welcomed the Federal Government's budget commitment to support the Early Childhood Education sector that includes a commitment to fund wage increases for early childhood educators and investment in inclusion support, to support children with additional needs.

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Great Beginnings Gymea setting the standard for early learning

Thu, 27 Jul 2023 02:53:00 +0000

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Greenwood Early Education Centre receives National Quality Standard Exceeding Rating

Fri, 21 Jul 2023 02:44:00 +0000

G8 Education’s Greenwood Early Education Centre, located in Officer, Victoria, is setting the standard for early education after it received an “Exceeding” rating* from the Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) in a recent assessment and rating.

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Great Beginnings Yanchep now open

Mon, 19 Jun 2023 01:45:00 +0000

G8 Education opened a 100-place early learning centre in April this year, promising to provide quality early education and care for local families in Yanchep.

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G8 Education hosts sector experts at annual conference

Thu, 18 May 2023 01:25:00 +0000

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G8 Education Centre Leaders celebrated at annual awards gala

Thu, 18 May 2023 01:22:00 +0000

G8 Education has celebrated its Centre Leaders at its annual Centre Manager Awards as part of the 2023 G8 National Conference. The conference, entitled Belong, Inspire, Transform, saw more than 500 delegates travel from across the country for the three-day agenda.

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G8 Education establishes “think tank” Education Advisory Committee

Wed, 10 May 2023 01:20:00 +0000

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G8 Education’s Ali Evans appointed to the Early Childhood Australia National Board

Mon, 08 May 2023 01:18:00 +0000

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G8 Education early learning centres bring smiles to children in hospital this Easter

Wed, 05 Apr 2023 01:15:00 +0000

Sydney’s Greenwood Early Learning Centres and Smiles2U brought the Easter Bunny to children staying at WISE Specialist Emergency Clinic, Northern Beaches Hospital and Royal North Shore Hospital.

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G8 Education educator named Gold Coast’s favourite early learning professional

Thu, 23 Mar 2023 01:05:00 +0000

Kool Kids Early Learning Ashmore’s lead educator, Bec Whiting, has been named as the Gold Coast’s favourite early learning professional by Gold Coast Bulletin readers.

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G8 parent goes from mum to educator-in-training amid workforce shortage

Thu, 02 Feb 2023 01:03:00 +0000

Jessica Collins, G8 centre Community Kids Mount Gambier’s new trainee said she was so inspired by the educators and teachers when her son attends the centre, that when the opportunity arose to join the team, it was a no-brainer.

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Kindy Patch Clarinda named in top 8 per cent of Australian early learning services

Thu, 02 Feb 2023 01:02:00 +0000

One of G8's early learning centres, Kindy Patch Clarinda, has joined an elite club of Australia’s top eight per cent of early learning services*after receiving “Exceeding” in all seven quality areas from the Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) in a recent assessment.

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New year, new transitions! G8 Education shares how they support children with change

Fri, 13 Jan 2023 00:59:00 +0000

At G8 Education, our educators and teachers ensure that children are supported when they face challenges during transitions, to make children and families feel safe and secure. 

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G8 announces 2022 National Standout Educator Award winners

Tue, 20 Dec 2022 00:56:00 +0000

Juliet Davis, an educator at Great Beginnings Secret Harbour, has been awarded the Sustainability award twice for the environmentally friendly practices she has embedded at the centre.

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G8 partners in Australian-first nappy recycling trial

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 00:54:00 +0000

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G8 announces new benefit model for Early Childhood Teachers

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 00:50:00 +0000

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G8 invests in development to fight workforce shortages

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 00:39:00 +0000

G8 Education is investing in the next generation of educators, creating more than 100 Educator-in-training roles across New South Wales and Victoria to pilot its first mass induction of new trainees.

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Thousands more Australian children to benefit from world-first program

Wed, 02 Nov 2022 00:35:00 +0000

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Early Learning Matters Week: How a billycart became an incredible lesson in play

Mon, 17 Oct 2022 00:33:00 +0000

Creative Garden Arundel’s Kindergarten Teacher, Natasha Gregory, said this year’s Early Learning Matters Week theme, ‘Learning through Play’, provides all early childhood professionals with the platform to educate the community around its value.

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G8 Education CEO announces new Education Strategy at ECA National Conference

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:27:00 +0000

G8 Education’s CEO Gary Carroll has announced the national provider will soon be launching the next phase of its Education Strategy during an introductory speech at the ECA National Conference last week. Due to implementation in 2023, the strategy will include a strong focus on children’s learning, development, health and wellbeing.

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Daniel Morcombe Foundation congratulates G8 Education on Child Safety Award

Thu, 15 Sep 2022 14:38:02 +0000

Bruce and Denise Morcombe have visited one of G8 Education’s early learning centres on the Sunshine Coast just days after the provider was awarded Queensland Child Protection Week – Child Safe Organisation for 2022.

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G8 Education Early Learning Centres raise more than $180,000 for children with brain cancer

Thu, 15 Sep 2022 00:22:00 +0000

One of Australia’s largest early childhood education and care providers, G8 Education, has rallied its 440 centres, 10,000 strong team and 50,000 families across Australia to help change that statistic and join the fight against children’s brain cancer.  

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How G8 Education is celebrating Early Childhood Educators’ Day

Tue, 30 Aug 2022 00:09:00 +0000

Thirty-six Educators across the country will be recognised for their excellence in G8 Education’s annual Standout Educator Awards as part of the provider’s Early Childhood Educators' Day celebrations.

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G8 Education opens five centres in Western Australia in 12 months

Fri, 22 Jul 2022 00:00:00 +0000

G8 Education has listened to Western Australian families’ cries for more early learning services, opening five new centres in 12 months.

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G8 invests in development to fight workforce shortage

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 23:29:00 +0000

As the early childhood education and care sector grapples with a workforce shortage crisis, G8 Education is investing in the next generation of educators with 74 school-based trainees starting in Queensland services over the past week.

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Kamilaroi Educator led NAIDOC Week celebrations at G8 early learning centre

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 22:44:00 +0000

Proud Kamilaroi woman, Miss Barbie, has led children and her fellow educators at Prestons World of Learning in a range of NAIDOC Week celebrations as they build upon their knowledge of Indigenous culture this week.

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G8 early learning centre introduces woodworking programs for children to encourage “risky play”

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 04:58:00 +0000

As Western Australia grapples with a skills shortage, a local early learning centre is doing their part to start training our future tradespeople early, introducing woodworking concepts as a part of a unique "risky play" program to young children.

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Major milestone in Far North Queensland child protection education

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 04:51:29 +0000

G8 Education’s early learning centres in Far North Queensland have reached a major milestone this week – educating 1000 local children in important personal safety lessons through a partnership with Bravehearts.

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40+ and still learning – how G8’s Study Pathways Program helps tackling staff shortage in the sector

Fri, 13 May 2022 04:44:00 +0000

15 years after local early childhood educator Fatthima Husain migrated from Sri Lanka, she has overcome language barriers and the limitations of online learning to graduate from her Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care.

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Great Beginnings Gilles Plains is a “rare occurrence within the child care sector”

Fri, 06 May 2022 04:38:00 +0000

South Australia’s first Great Beginnings early learning centre has opened its doors in Gilles Plains. Centre Manager, Ryan Kroon, said he is excited to provide a high-quality service for local families and create a homely space to nurture children into confident learners.

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G8 Education appoints new Head of Learning to its executive team

Sun, 13 Mar 2022 04:25:00 +0000

G8 Education has affirmed its commitment to advancing quality education outcomes with the appointment of Ali Evans to its executive team as Head of Early Learning and Education.

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G8 Education welcomes Federal Budget

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 06:48:00 +0000

G8 Education has welcomed the Federal Budget, that outlined the Government’s investment in the early childhood education and care sector (ECEC).

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Response from G8 Education

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 01:11:06 +0000

G8 Education would like to acknowledge that the stories in the media in the past few weeks about the early childhood education and care sector have been difficult and confronting for families, children, teachers and educators across Australia.

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G8 Education welcomes Federal Government’s call for action on child safety

Sun, 30 Mar 2025 23:04:45 +0000

G8 Education has welcomed the call from the Federal Government, for increased national consistency and action to improve safety and quality in the early learning and care sector.

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G8 Education Empowers Next Generation Through Digital Literacies

Thu, 29 May 2025 06:03:54 +0000

Designed to integrate digital literacies into early childhood education in a safe, engaging, and purposeful way, G8 Education's Digital Literacies @Play program equips children with essential skills that will support their lifelong learning journey.

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G8 Education applauds 20 Year service milestone

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 02:06:15 +0000

G8 Education team member Paula Date recently celebrated her 20-year anniversary with G8 Education.

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Young Learners Find Calm and Confidence on the Mat for International Day of Yoga

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 00:04:36 +0000

In celebration of International Day of Yoga on Saturday 21 June, children across selected G8 Education centres rolled out their mats this week and took part in mindful movement sessions designed to nurture physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing.

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G8 Education celebrates International Mud Day

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 00:42:21 +0000

This International Mud Day, G8 Education is helping to uncover the many benefits of ‘mud play’ for the 40,000 children in its 400 early childhood education and care centres across the country.

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G8 Education Statement on Former Employee Investigation

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 02:20:00 +0000

We are deeply committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment for all children and families. We are aware that a former G8 Education team member has been charged with offences involving children.

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G8 Education Statement on Former Employee Investigation

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 01:08:19 +0000

At G8 Education, the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care is our highest priority. We are appalled by what is alleged to have occurred. Our focus right now is on supporting all those impacted including children and their families, as well as our team members.

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G8 Education Update on Child Safety and Protection

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 22:38:05 +0000

G8 Education has reaffirmed its deep commitment to child safety following serious allegations against a former employee and is accelerating safety measures across all centres, including the rollout of CCTV.

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Important Information for Families

Sat, 12 Jul 2025 07:00:00 +0000

G8 Education has today provided an update regarding former employee, Joshua Dale Brown.

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ASX update regarding former employee

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 07:00:00 +0000

G8 Education has today provided an update regarding its former employee, Joshua Dale Brown.

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Update to Families in attendance at World of Learning Point Cook on 24 August 2023

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 11:00:00 +0000

G8 Education has provided an update to families who attended World of Learning Point Cook on 24 August 2023.

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G8 Education welcomes stronger child safety legislation

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 07:12:32 +0000

G8 Education has welcomed the introduction of the Early Childhood Education and Care Bill by Federal Minister for Education, Jason Clare to strengthen child safety regulations in the early childhood education and care (ECEC) sector.

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G8 Education Welcomes Strengthened Childcare Safety Legislation

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 07:33:25 +0000

G8 Education welcomes the passing of the Early Childhood Education and Care Bill 2025 as an important step to strengthen the safety and quality across the sector.

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G8 Education Welcomes National Commitment to Strengthen Child Safety

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 06:38:13 +0000

G8 Education welcomes the commitment by Australia’s states and territories to establish a national register of Working With Children Checks.

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G8 Education welcomes significant national reforms to improve child safety in the ECEC sector

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 06:55:45 +0000

G8 Education welcomes the Ministers’ communique calling for stronger child safety measures across Australia.

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World of Learning Holland Park West celebrates National Nutrition Week with family cookbook

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 22:38:28 +0000

Holland Park World of Learning's centre cook Rosemary Doyle has fed generations of happy children with her healthy meals, so beloved that families asked for her recipes, inspiring a new centre cookbook.

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Chancellor Park World of Learning Celebrates Grandparents’ Day with Intergenerational Connections

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 09:05:47 +0000

Chancellor Park World of Learning has been nurturing an intergenerational program with nearby Regis Sippy Downs Aged Care for the past two years.

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G8 Education Celebrates World Teachers’ Day

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 23:00:00 +0000

G8 Education proudly celebrates World Teachers’ Day, recognising the incredible contribution of teachers working across our network of almost 400 centres nationally.

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G8 Education Welcomes the Federal Government’s Investment in Child Safety and Protection

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 03:23:40 +0000

G8 Education has welcomed the Federal Government’s commitment to invest $37 million to introduce the National Continuous Checking Capability (NCCC).

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G8 Education Welcomes appointment of new CEO of Early Learning and Care Council of Australia

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 03:40:46 +0000

G8 Education is pleased to welcome the appointment of Anne Hollonds as Chief Executive Officer of the Early Learning and Care Council of Australia (ELACCA).

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G8 Education joins national mission to transform Australia’s care economy

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 02:34:00 +0000

G8 Education is proud to be part of a landmark initiative to reshape Australia’s care economy, joining 55 other partners in the newly launched Care Economy Cooperative Research Centre (CRC).

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G8 Education Statement on further charges laid against former employee

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 01:51:31 +0000

G8 Education has been advised that further criminal charges have been laid against former employee Joshua Dale Brown.

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G8 Education’s response to VECRA charges

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 06:11:35 +0000

G8 Education is aware of the charges filed by the Victorian Early Childhood Regulatory Authority (VECRA) in relation to a historical incident at Community Kids Hoppers Crossing.

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Celebrating A Fifteen Year Career Journey with G8 Education

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 04:04:27 +0000

Celebrating 15 years in early childhood education, Samantha’s journey from Assistant Educator to Area Manager reflects her passion for supporting children, families and educators to grow.

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