70 Years in Killara Park
KU Killara Park Preschool staff and children hosted their 70th anniversary recently. The celebrations included formalities, child-focused entertainment and activities, and refreshments. “The children and local community enjoyed various activities …
KU Cheltenham Play Area
The children at KU Cheltenham Memorial Preschool have been busy playing, exploring and learning in their new sandpit and play area. The preschool celebrated the opening of their new play …
HESTA ECE Awards
KU Staff recognised at national Early Childhood Education Awards Staff from KU Windale and KU James Cahill Preschools, along with KU John J Carroll Educator, Amy Barthet, were recently named …
Employer of Choice 2019
KU Children’s Services is very proud to have been recognised as an Employer of Choice at The Australian Business Awards 2019, and it is the fourth year in a row …
New Mental Illness Guide
The Hunter Institute of Mental Health, one of Australia’s leading mental health organisations, has resourced childcare centres with a guide to assist staff in detecting early signs of mental illness …
Managing Emotions
The children at KU Merewether Preschool have been learning strategies to better manage their emotions. The children were visited by Lynn Jenkins, an author and clinical psychologist, and Kirrili Lonergan, …
Vale Miss Helen Newton
Miss Helen Newton, KU Life Member, passed away recently after a long illness at the age of 91. Helen Newton was a significant leader in the ECE sector for many …
KU Crusader Playground
The children at KU Crusader Preschool in Marrickville have been busy playing, exploring and learning in their new playground. The preschool celebrated the launch of the new space by holding …
National Quality Framework
A Review of the National Quality Framework for Early Childhood Education and Care Services is being undertaken by the Australian Government and all state and territory governments, to ensure the …
KU Peninsula Exceeding
KU Peninsula Preschool in Tanilba Bay has achieved an ‘Exceeding’ rating under the early childhood National Quality Standard. The centre joins the 85% of KU services that have received an …