Bateman Family Day Care

19/08/2026

16/07/2026

Children need clear, calm and accessible information during emergencies. They may need help from parents, educators or carers to understand what is happening and what to do. Further information on AusAlert and the upcoming test can be found via this week's edition of FDCM.

27/06/2026

Family Day Care offers a unique learning environment where children learn through play alongside a small, multi-age group of peers. Younger children develop confidence by observing older children, while older children build leadership, empathy and communication skills by helping and guiding their younger friends. This natural family-like setting encourages meaningful relationships, personalised learning, and opportunities to grow at each child’s own pace

is accepting enrolments for 2027 please contact Keri on 0419910284 to discuss your needs

27/06/2026

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Family Day Care offers a unique learning environment where children learn through play alongside a small, multi-age group of peers. Younger children develop confidence by observing older children, while older children build leadership, empathy and communication skills by helping and guiding their younger friends. This natural family-like setting encourages meaningful relationships, personalised learning, and opportunities to grow at each child’s own pace

is accepting enrolments for 2027 please call Keri on 0419910284

26/06/2026

🚨 It's important to know about Australia's new emergency alert system, AusAlert.

AusAlert is a new national emergency warning system that can send urgent safety messages directly to compatible mobile phones, including alerts that may bypass silent and "Do Not Disturb" settings.

If you feel unsafe or are concerned about your personal safety, including in situations of domestic and family violence, it’s important to consider how emergency alerts may affect you and take steps that support your safety.

A national test of the system is scheduled for 2pm (AEST) on 27 July 2026, following community trials across Australia, including in Queensland.

📱 Be aware that Critical Alerts may sound even if your phone is on silent.
📱 Critical Alerts won't sound on Aeroplane mode or a device that is switched off.
📱 Because Critical Alerts cannot activate on a device that is switched off, if it is safe to do so, consider turning off a device before a scheduled test and only turning it back on once the test period has ended.

AusAlert is designed to help keep communities safe during emergencies, disasters and other nationally significant events.

Learn more about AusAlert: https://www.nema.gov.au/our-work/risk-reduction/ausalert

08/05/2026

Bateman Family Day Care is looking for two new little friends to join our small, nurturing group on Tuesdays.

We are taking expressions of interest for a new Monday position opening in July.

For nearly 10 years, Bateman Family Day Care has supported local families with a calm, consistent and structured home-based environment where children feel safe, valued and genuinely known.

✨ Small group setting (maximum 4 children)
✨ Individual attention-strong emotional support
✨ Confidence building & independence
✨ Emotional regulation & social skills
✨ Play-based learning aligned with EYLF
✨ Language development & school readiness

Located in Bateman, close to Bull Creek train station; Bateman Primary and close to Fiona Stanley Hospital

If you’re looking for a more personal alternative to large childcare centres — where your child builds confidence, friendships and independence in a warm home environment — we would love to welcome you.

Contact Keri on 0419910284 to arrange a visit

29/04/2026

If you are a family that will be displaced by these closures in your area then please get in touch to arrange a walk through 0419910284

Bateman Family Day Care is ideally located for busy families, offering exceptional convenience with close proximity to key transport and community hubs. Just minutes from Murdoch University and Fiona Stanley Hospital, it’s perfectly suited for parents working or studying in the area. Easy access to major roads and nearby public transport options, including Bull Creek Station, makes daily drop-offs and pick-ups simple and stress-free, ensuring a smooth routine for both parents and children.

Thousands of Aussie parents will be scrambling today to find new childcare arrangements, as one of the nation's biggest operators announces it will shut 10 per cent of its centres.

G8 Education runs almost 400 centres nationally, under well-known brand names like Jellybeans, Buggles and Great Beginnings.

Carolyn Smith, Early Childhood director at the United Workers Union told Oliver Peterson on 102.5 ABC Perth Drive the decision will impact close to 1,000 workers.

102.5 ABC Perth has confirmed 12 centres are set to close in WA, READ MORE: bit.ly/3QRuIOS

08/04/2026

It is World Health Day - time to fill that prescription for play for the children in your life!!

( it can be double sided - download the evidence page 2 from the comments)

Early Childhood Australia National Outside School Hours Services Alliance. Victorian Parents Council Australian Primary Teachers: Sharing Resources and Ideas Toy Libraries Australia Play Matters Sunshine Coast

04/04/2026