REED Merredin

04/08/2026

𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐀𝐁𝐎𝐑𝐈𝐆𝐈𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐑𝐄𝐒 𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐈𝐓 𝐈𝐒𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐃𝐄𝐑 𝐂𝐇𝐈𝐋𝐃𝐑𝐄𝐍'𝐒 𝐃𝐀𝐘

The 2026 National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day theme is Living Our Truth, honouring the power of truth-telling, the sharing of knowledge across generations and the importance of telling our stories.

National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day is a national celebration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, held each year on 4 August since 1988. The day is led by SNAICC – National Voice for our Children, the national Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peak body representing children, young people and families, and is an opportunity for all Australians to recognise and celebrate the strength, pride and potential of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children.

For 2026, Living Our Truth celebrates the voices, stories and knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, families and communities. It recognises the importance of truth-telling as a foundation for identity, belonging and cultural strength, and honours the role of Elders and community in passing knowledge to the next generation. This year, we celebrate children as the next generation of leaders; confident, proud and ready to carry forward the strong voices, stories and knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and communities.

On Children’s Day, early learning services, schools, libraries, sporting clubs, organisations and communities across the country take the lead in their own celebrations in ways that reflect local knowledge, priorities, culture and activities. These celebrations take many forms, including storytelling, cultural learning, art exhibitions, sports days and community gatherings that create spaces where children are seen, heard and celebrated for who they are.

23/07/2026

The 𝙅𝙞𝙡𝙡 𝘾𝙖𝙢𝙚𝙧𝙤𝙣 𝙀𝙙𝙪𝙘𝙖𝙩𝙤𝙧 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙔𝙚𝙖𝙧 Award celebrates educators who demonstrate passion, caring, leadership, creativity and a commitment to providing high-quality early childhood education and care.

Please nominate the educator who makes your child excited to walk through the door each day. The one who makes you and your child feel safe, supported, valued and cared for.

This is a parent- and community-nominated award, meaning educators can be considered only if they are nominated by the families and communities they support.

If a REED educator has made a difference in your child’s life, this is your opportunity to 𝙍𝙚𝙘𝙤𝙜𝙣𝙞𝙨𝙚 & 𝘾𝙚𝙡𝙚𝙗𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙚 them.
https://forms.office.com/r/kBLn9njbTQ

14/07/2026

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Arts-rich experiences can support inclusion and children’s participation beyond spoken language.

New research by Olivia Karaolis & Kathy Cologon highlights how puppetry, play, movement and creative expression can support children to communicate, connect and share their ideas in diverse ways across education and care settings.

https://brnw.ch/21x46yo

Taylor & Francis

06/07/2026

📢 National AusAlert Test

On Monday, 27 July at 12:00 pm AWST, the Australian Government will conduct a national test of the AusAlert emergency warning system.

Your mobile phone may vibrate, sound a loud alert, and display a test message. No action is required.

For more information, visit: https://www.ausalert.gov.au/alerts-explained/national-test

26/06/2026

💛 Quality Area 5 – Relationships with Children 💛

At REED Merredin we build warm, respectful relationships that help every child feel safe, supported, and a strong sense of belonging.

Through caring and responsive interactions, we support children’s confidence, wellbeing, and independence each day.

24/06/2026

The 𝙅𝙞𝙡𝙡 𝘾𝙖𝙢𝙚𝙧𝙤𝙣 𝙀𝙙𝙪𝙘𝙖𝙩𝙤𝙧 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙔𝙚𝙖𝙧 Award celebrates educators who demonstrate passion, caring, leadership, creativity and a commitment to providing high quality early childhood education and care.

Please nominate the educator who makes your child excited to walk through the door each day. The one who makes you and your child feel safe, supported, valued and cared for.

This is a parent and community nominated award, meaning educators can only be considered if they are nominated by the families and communities they support.

If an educator at REED Merredin has made a difference in your child’s life, this is your opportunity to 𝙍𝙚𝙘𝙤𝙜𝙣𝙞𝙨𝙚 & 𝘾𝙚𝙡𝙚𝙗𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙚 them.

https://forms.office.com/r/kBLn9njbTQ

10/06/2026

CCS information for families ⭐️

29/05/2026

✨ Quality Area 1 – Educational Program and Practice ✨

In early childhood education and care, learning happens through play, relationships, curiosity and meaningful experiences every day. 🌿

We create environments where children can explore, ask questions, build confidence and develop skills for life. From nature play and creativity to conversations and discovery, every experience supports children’s growth and wellbeing.

Why it matters 💛
When children feel safe, engaged and supported, they develop a love of learning that continues far beyond the early years.

10/05/2026

Happy Mother's Day 2026

We wish all mums a Happy Mother's Day and want to acknowledge all that you bring to each child's life. The love, care, support, hugs, smiles, guidance all of it. Whether you are a Mum, Aunt, Nanna, Step-Mom, SIngle Dad, friend. No matter the title it is the role of being Mum that is cherished and at the same time rewarding. May you take a moment today to acknowledge yourself and have the opportunity to reflect on the joy you bring and receive. 🌹🩷

29/04/2026

All children attending or visiting a REED ECEC service, event or premises have the right to be safe from harm and abuse.

The wellbeing of children and their right to feel safe, heard and understood is our priority.

REED is committed to maintaining and embedding child safeguarding practices to create and maintain an environment where children feel valued, protected and safe.