Lady Gowrie Queensland

30/09/2026

Working out how we fit into the world around us is a BIG concept, but it starts with small steps - our family, our street, our suburb. It’s not just about geography, but also about identity, culture and community; familiar landmarks and well-travelled pathways, as well as curiosity and open-mindedness about what we haven’t yet explored.

28/09/2026

Got the urge to Spring clean? Whether it's sorting out the drawer of kitchen containers or washing the winter germs off well-loved toys, children are often eager to help if there is water involved! Pe***ng up washing is great for strengthening building strength and dexterity in little fingers, and the possibilities for counting, matching colours, classifying and sequencing are endless....as is the joy of simply swishing and pouring bubbly water!

24/09/2026

Sometimes, as children begin to refine a skill, they become fearful of making mistakes. While we naturally want to help them succeed, it’s important we remind them that mistakes are a necessary component of success - NOT the opposite.

It never feels good to experience failed attempts, but we can’t succeed without them! Children who have difficulty coping with this feeling may avoid trying new experiences, and be vulnerable to developing anxiety. Our brains grow and develop in important ways whenever challenges, mistakes and failures occur, and this is how we learn strategies to help us grow into resilient teens and adults.

We can help children build resilience by-
• Showing empathy and understanding in their feelings of disappointment.
• Stepping back and allowing (safe) mistakes to happen, while still being present to help with the recovery
• Using failure as an opportunity to reflect and learn. Which part was the most challenging? What will you do differently next time?
• Modelling healthy ways of coping when you’re running late in traffic, burning the toast in the morning, or laughing about a failed knitting or DIY project. This helps to normalize setbacks and challenges, and models appropriate ways of working through them.

23/09/2026

Children and adults alike have long been fascinated with bugs, and now is the perfect time of year to spot them in the garden. Did you know that this month in some parts of Qld you can see fireflies at dusk? Or that fruit flies were the first living creatures to be sent to space? What about an insect that disguises itself as bird droppings? Insects and minibeasts are incredible and can inspire a whole range of diverse learning possibilities.

For more info on everything from pesky march flies to glow-in-the-dark scorpions, and some fun activities, check out https://loom.ly/vLtnIAY

22/09/2026

A huge thank you to Calliope Police, Calliope Ambulance Service, Calliope Fire Brigade and Calliope Rural Fire Brigade for joining us at Calliope Kindergarten recently👮‍♀️🚑🚒

It was wonderful for the children to meet our local emergency service heroes, learn about keeping safe, and build positive connections with the amazing people who help protect and support our community. 🥰

We are so grateful for the time you took to visit us, talk with the children and make the day so special. ❤️

Thank you for helping our little people feel safe, supported and connected to their community! 🌈💙

21/09/2026

Over a million Australian children have at least one parent with a mental illness, which is why Emerging Minds developed the COPMI (Children of Parents with a Mental Illness) website. They cover the hard-to-talk about topics, like managing conflict, helping children and family, and parenting during management and recovery of a mental illness.

They also have a comprehensive section for children, with videos presented factually and respectfully by older children, about what a mental illness is and how people get them, getting better, and more.

Their ever-growing resource hub offers over 1,000 free resources that cover a range of topics, including trauma, family domestic violence, substance use, and much more, all designed to help children and young people thrive, with many available in a variety of languages. https://loom.ly/g_PDCBg

Parents Parenting with a mental illness COPMI > Parents > Parenting with a mental illness You are not alone, you can get through this. This section of our website is specifically for parents experiencing mental illness or mental health problems. “Wanting to be a good mother to my kids (even though...

20/09/2026

Spring is a perfect time to get stuck into the garden. It’s not just plants that grow here: the garden provides a host of sensory delights; dappled light through the branches of a tree, the crunching of leaves underfoot, pops of colourful flowers, fragrant herbs and textured seedpods!

It also creates opportunities for children to enjoy the process of planting, harvesting and eating self-grown produce. Short on space or resources? Check out these foods that grow from kitchen scraps! https://loom.ly/wRqc02E

Photo credit: thanks to Dayboro Kindy for sharing their white mulberry haul!

17/09/2026

Enrolments are open for 2027 at Lady Gowrie Fernvale Community Kindergarten!

Give your child the best start to their learning journey in 2027! Lady Gowrie Fernvale Community Kindergarten offers a warm, nurturing environment where little ones can explore, grow and thrive.

✅ Free Kindy for eligible families under the QLD Government funding
✅ Experienced, qualified educators
✅ Play-based programs designed to build confidence and curiosity

📍 3886 Forest Hill Fernvale Road, Fernvale QLD 4306
📞 (07) 5359 6823
🔗 Register your interest or book a tour: https://loom.ly/vxGGPr8

17/09/2026

Looking for a low-cost holiday project that the whole family can enjoy? Puzzles are a staple experience for children of all ages. Toddlers learn how to match basic colours or objects, while older children look at what’s missing from a whole picture, as well as how to turn and manipulate each piece to fit. For school-aged children, complex puzzles take time - it's a slow-burn rather than an instant gratification, and one that often brings everyone together to work collaboratively.

They're great for critical thinking and children build confidence as they repeat and master their favourites; great for children who love processes and predictable outcomes! Are you ready to make some space on your dining table?

15/09/2026

For many children (and adults) across Australia, Spring means one thing – magpies. As you venture out to enjoy natural spaces, be sure to take extra precaution during nesting season.

It’s also a great time of year to observe many other backyard birds and their habits. Which birds have you noticed in your area recently?

Special thanks to Lady Gowrie Dysart and Yeppoon Community Kindergartens for sharing these images with us.