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“Every interaction with a child is an opportunity to build a relationship and shape the foundation of who they will become.” — Unknown believe that relationships form the cornerstone of a child’s early development. Positive, nurturing relationships not only support a child’s growth but also create lasting impact that influences their ability to build meaningful […]

“An educator affects eternity; they can never tell where their influence stops.”— Henry Adams At Bright Early Learning Centre, we believe that quality educators are at the heart of every child’s success, laying a foundation that fosters curiosity, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning. Their role is pivotal, going beyond basic education to create […]

There is a famous proverb: “It takes a village to raise a child”. What does it mean and how would this apply to raising children in the modern era? The role of community in early childhood education. Community is a fundamental concept in children’s education and care services, embedded in the National Quality Framework legislation […]

In the early years of development, children possess an extraordinary capacity to learn new languages. This period, particularly important before the age of five, is ideal for introducing a second language. With Mandarin being the second most used language worldwide, its significance in our globally connected society stretches beyond basic communication. Mandarin is increasingly vital […]

At Bright Early Learning Centre we strive to provide the best possible start in life for each child. We are proud to announce that our centre in Glen Waverley has been rated as exceeding the national quality standards. The National Quality Framework (NQF) is a system in Australia that sets standards for early childhood education […]

Bright ELC is a government-funded kindergarten provider, offering a high-quality program for 3 & 4-year-old children. As part of the Victorian Kindergarten Reform, your child’s enrollment in our program will receive a weekly contribution of $50.00 from the state government, which will be automatically deducted from your childcare fees. This amounts to $2,000.00 per year […]

Australia is a wonderful and heartwarming nation filled with people of various cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. Every one of whom adds to the rich tapestry of traditions, perspectives, and knowledge that can be found around Australia.   In celebration of Australia’s cultural diversity, inclusiveness, and creating a sense of belonging, March 21st of every year is […]

Routines. Oh, how that word reminds us of our own parents nagging us on the “proper” way of doing things. We tend to think that “routines” are something grown-ups enforce to make their children more behaved and well-adjusted. But there is more to routines than just moulding a child’s behaviour.  As it turns out, routines […]

“I’m booorreeddd!” Oh, how that complaint immediately grinds the gears of any busy parent. In today’s connected world of streaming on-demand services like Netflix and internet accessibility, it is so tempting to give your child a device to distract them. However, we know that doing so will be very harmful to their attention span, mental […]

Starting childcare early is beneficial to help kickstart social development. However, parents of early starters may be concerned over how their child will handle a childcare environment.  The first day of childcare is always a rollercoaster of emotions for children. Imagine dealing with an unfamiliar place, separation anxiety, and having to meet other children and […]