Our Kindergarten Program

Our Kindergarten Program  At Scallywags we offer a Government-approved kindergarten program that is aligned to the Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guidelines.  Our program is delivered by our early childhood teacher and a diploma qualified assistant, Monday to Friday between 8.30am and 4.00pm during school terms.  Parents have the added benefit of a quality care setting for […]

Writing Skills

Young children need to learn how to use a computer key board and an ipad but they also need to learn how to use a pencil. The computer key board is a tool as is a pen or pencil but often children are not practising the skill of using a pencil and strengthening their fine […]

20 Things to do in Bundaberg before you go to Prep

TWENTY  THINGS TO DO IN BUNDABERG BEFORE YOU GO TO PREP Visit the Botanical Gardens and ride the steam train. View Bundaberg from the Lookout on the Hummock. Visit Baldwin Swamp Environmental Park. Picnic and play at Lake Ellen Playground Visit the Mon Repos Turtle Centre Participate in Clean Up Australia Day Ride, walk or […]

What to put in the Lunch Box

A good helping of fruit and vegetables Fresh fruit is easy to pack. You can also try a tub of canned fruit or chopped fresh strawberries, pineapple or melon. Raw vegies such as carrot sticks, cherry tomatoes, cucumber or capsicum strips are popular as a snack or in a sandwich. Starchy food like bread, rice, […]

Nutrition for Children

Nutrition for Children Active, growing children require good nutrition to build healthy bodies and to help them be the best they can be. Many attitudes towards food are shaped during early school years, forming the basis for future eating habits. As parents we can help our children build healthy foundations by encouraging a love of […]

Long Day Care or Family Day Care

What are my child care and early learning options?You might need to leave your child in someone else’s care – that is, child care – if you have work, study or other commitments. Choosing the right child care and early learning service can be a difficult decision for families. Your decision will depend on your […]

Encouraging good behaviour for your child 15 tips

1. Children do as you do.Your child watches you to get clues on how to behave in the world. You’re her role model, so use your own behaviour to guide her. What you do is often much more important than what you say. If you want your child to say ‘please’, say it yourself. If […]