Banyan Tree Early Learning Centre

Packing a healthy lunchbox doesn’t have to be complicated.

What could your kids do with one extra hour?

What could your kids do with one extra hour?

A bike ride? Build a cubby house? Play a really long game of Uno?

Reducing time on screens makes for happier kids, and more memories made together.

What the guidelines say about screen time:
⭕Under 2: no recreational screen time
⭕2–5 years: up to 1 hour a day
⭕5–17 years: up to 2 hours a day (outside schoolwork)
(from NSW Health & Australian 24-Hour Movement Guidelines)

Why not try some easy screen swaps this week:
✅ Phones off at mealtimes
✅ Swap a show for a walk, game, or backyard adventure
✅ Wind down with a book instead of a device

Get more tips here 👉https://bit.ly/ScreensGuide

For Early childhood educators

For Early childhood educators:

Whether you’re refreshing your knowledge or starting fresh, Small Bites for Big Steps, is a free online training supporting children’s healthy development in their first 2000 days.

Choose your focus area: Nursery, Toddlers, or Preschool (or explore more than one!) and gain practical, evidence-based strategies you can apply in your learning environment.

You’ll get a certificate on completion 🏅

Register today and explore the topics available here 👉
https://nshp.com.au/SmallBitesForBigSteps

Small Bites for Big Steps – developed by our colleagues at Northern Sydney Local Health District

Parent tip: Turn any open space into a movement zone!

Parent tip: Turn any open space into a movement zone!

You don’t need fancy equipment, just a small open area and a bit of creativity to get kids moving, building skills, and having fun.

Try mixing in these simple activities:

Speed bursts – short, fast sprints (eg. run to a tree and back as fast as possible)

Quick challenges – mini tasks like “5 jumps and 3 spins” to keep it exciting

Silly starts – begin moving in fun ways (eg. crab walk, hopping, spinning start)

Mystery moves – call out random actions (eg. “Skip backwards!” or “Touch the ground then jump”)

Footwork patterns – moving your feet in different ways (eg. side steps, zig-zag runs, ladder-style stepping) to build coordination

Direction/pace changes – switch between walking, jogging, sprinting or quickly change direction

Why it matters:
These activities build coordination, balance, fitness, and confidence, all through play.

Need ideas?
https://bit.ly/FunPEGames

✅ Tip: Keep it short, fun, and child-led, let kids make up their own challenges!

Live Life Well @ School supports schools to promote healthy eating, active play and lifelong wellbeing.

Live Life Well @ School supports schools to promote healthy eating, active play and lifelong wellbeing.

Primary school educators - Subscribe to our newsletter to get your school connected with Live Life Well @ School and keep up to date with:

• New resources and program updates
• Practical tips to support student health and wellbeing
• Professional learning and support opportunities

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Struggling to stay motivated in the colder months? You’re not alone....

Struggling to stay motivated in the colder months? You’re not alone.

Get free, regular coaching calls to help you eat well, move more and keep building healthy habits this winter.

Get Healthy Service is available Monday to Friday 8am to 8pm and Saturday 9am to 5pm. To get started call 1300 806 258 or visit https://www.nsw.gov.au/health-and-wellbeing/healthy-living/gethealthyservice

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Go4Fun

Help your kids grow strong in mind and body. Go4Fun offers confidential health coaching and fun online resources and activities for Aboriginal families, all in a way that respects your family, culture and Community.

You’ll also have access to fun activities and games for the kids, tools for setting health goals and more through the Better Health App. ⚽🥗

Go4Fun makes it easy for your family to:
✓ find creative ways to reduce time on devices
✓ choose budget-friendly healthy food and serving sizes
✓ understand food labels
✓ learn fun ways to get active
✓ get a good night’s sleep
✓ learn skills to relax or improve focus

Find out more and join free today 👉 nsw.gov.au/go4fun

Active play gets kids moving, laughing and connecting....

Active play gets kids moving, laughing and connecting.

Why active play matters
😊Boosts mood and reduces stress
😊Builds confidence and social skills
😊Supports healthy bodies and happy minds

Aim to incorporate at least 60 minutes of active play throughout their day:
- Try walking, biking, dancing, or backyard games
- Make it a family challenge – who can create the most fun game?
- Swap screen time for movement and connection

Ready to get started?
Explore Healthy Eating Active Living resources 👉 https://bit.ly/healthyWSLHDkids

More than just a game....

Go4Fun Free online healthy lifestyle program for NSW families with primary school-aged children. Join Go4Fun for expert health coaching, practical tools and fun family activities.

Small changes can make a big difference....

Small changes can make a big difference 🌿

Go4Fun supports families to build healthy habits together with practical tips, simple ideas and expert guidance that fits your routine.

📞 Call 1800 780 900 or visit www.nsw.gov.au/health-and-wellbeing/healthy-living/go4fun to get started.

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