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Learn Play Thrive The Podcast

Welcome to Learn Play Thrive: The Podcast! Join us for expert insights and interviews, practical tips and inspiring stories in Early Childhood Education. Whether you are an educator or leader in the sector, this podcast is your go-to resource to discover strategies to foster learning, promote play and empower young minds to thrive.

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11:16

Navigating the NQS #1: Standard 1.1 - Program

Learn Play Thrive The Podcast ·

2025/11/03

This exciting new monthly mini-series, Navigating the NQS, is hosted by host Simone Brand! Drawing on her 15 years of experience as an educator, leader, and Approved Provider, Simone shares valuable insights into operating two exceeding-rated Long Day Care centres. This series is your go-to place for inspiration, practical tips and tools to help you grow your professional practice and move beyond compliance. In our very first episode, we're diving into Quality Area 1, Standard 1.1 - Program....

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26:26

Montessori in Action: Practical Strategies for your...

Learn Play Thrive The Podcast ·

2025/10/30

We're excited to welcome back a very special international USA guest to the Learn Play Thrive podcast, early childhood educator and social-emotional learning expert, Cara Zelas! Cara, the founder of the educational platform Big World of Little Dude, brings a unique perspective shaped by her intensive study of Montessori education in New York. This week, we'll dive deep into the core principles of the Montessori philosophy and explore how they can be embedded into any early learning setting. ...

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40:40

Raising the Bar: A Guide to Thriving in the A&R Process

Learn Play Thrive The Podcast ·

2025/10/23

The Assessment and Rating (A&R) process doesn't have to be a source of stress! This episode of Learn Play Thrive is here to transform your perspective. We're joined by the brilliant and innovative minds behind The National Quality Framework: The Musical, Dr. Red Ruby Scarlet and Louise Dorrat. With over 30 years of combined experience, these two thought leaders are masters at demystifying the A&R process and reframing it as an opportunity for professional growth. Tune in to hear the...

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21:14

The Pedagogical Artistry of Shared Thinking

Learn Play Thrive The Podcast ·

2025/10/20

In this inspiring episode, we welcome back the conversation from last week and dive into the newly released book, Redefining Planning and Assessment: Seeing Children Through Pedagogical Documentation. We're sitting down with David Gilkes (B.Ed, MECE), a highly respected early childhood educator and Consultant with 30 years of experience across the sector; and the author of Chapter 2 – Mini-Stories: The Pedagogical Artistry of Shared Thinking. Drawing from his extensive work with 4 and 5-year...

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18:41

Redefining Planning and Assessment: Seeing Children...

Learn Play Thrive The Podcast ·

2025/10/16

We’re thrilled to bring you an incredibly insightful episode of Learn Play Thrive, recorded at the REAIE conference in Adelaide! This week, we're joined by three of the early childhood sector’s most respected experts and authors - Dr. Alma Fleet, an Honorary Associate Professor at Macquarie University; Adam Christie, an early childhood teacher and consultant; and Anthony Semann, founding director of Semann & Slattery. Together, they have co-authored the groundbreaking new book, Redefining...

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10:21

Little Dreamers #5: Bubbles

Learn Play Thrive The Podcast ·

2025/10/13

Get ready for some calm and quiet time with a brand new episode of Little Dreamers, our monthly mini-series of mindful stories from Learn Play Thrive! This month's theme is "Bubbles," a gentle tale designed to help preschoolers relax, connect with their bodies, and ignite their imagination. We've crafted this story to be the perfect companion for rest time, offering a peaceful experience for young children in ECEC settings. It's a wonderful way to introduce simple yet effective tools for mind...

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52:12

A Day In The Life of a Centre Manager

Learn Play Thrive The Podcast ·

2025/10/09

Step into the inspiring world of early childhood education on this episode of Learn Play Thrive, where we're joined by the incredible Ashleigh Waugh. With nearly 25 years of experience spanning teaching, management, and leadership across Australia and the UK, Ashleigh is a true veteran of the sector. Now, as the approved provider of Bright Start Preschool on the NSW Central Coast, she’s built a unique philosophy centered on her belief that "family comes first." Tune in to hear how this princi...

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37:15

Little Library #6: The Bug Book

Learn Play Thrive The Podcast ·

2025/10/06

Dive into a buzzing new episode of Learn Play Thrive's Little Library! This week, we're joined by award-winning author Tania Ingram to chat about her wonderful new picture book, The Bug Book. This rhyming, vibrant story is an ideal introduction to the world of insects for infants and toddlers. But it’s more than just a fun read-aloud story—it’s a powerful tool for early literacy. Tune in to hear Tania discuss her creative process and learn how she uses playful language to spark a child’s imag...

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9:22

Who is the Atelierista? The Heart of Creativity in...

Learn Play Thrive The Podcast ·

2025/10/02

In this episode of Learn Play Thrive, we’re joined by Caterina Pennestri, an atelierista at St Peter’s Girls Early Learning Centre. Caterina brings a wealth of experience from Italy, having studied Contemporary Arts and Art Education before completing her postgraduate training in Reggio Emilia. Her unique perspective as an atelierista highlights the transformative role of the arts in early childhood education and the importance of aesthetics in creating spaces where children can truly e...

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32:29

The Be You Buzz: Educator Wellbeing Matters

Learn Play Thrive The Podcast ·

2025/09/25

Welcome to The Be You buzz! In this episode, we're joined by Paola Mercado, a consultant from Be You at Early Childhood Australia. Paola shares her expertise on why educator wellbeing is so crucial, exploring how to create a genuinely supportive and resilient culture. We discuss: Collegial relationships and the impact of team connections on wellbeing.The window of tolerance and why understanding this concept is key to emotional regulation.Moving past surface-level gestures to authentically e...

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10:55

Little Dreamers #4: Dinosaurs

Learn Play Thrive The Podcast ·

2025/09/18

Welcome to Learn Play Thrive's mindfulness stories for preschoolers! Settle into a gentle movement and mindfulness episode crafted for young listeners. Little Dreamers offers a simple yet effective tool for promoting relaxation, body awareness, gratitude practices, and imaginative thinking in young children. In this month's episode, we invite young listeners to embark on a peaceful journey to a prehistoric world with our dinosaur story. Kathryn guides preschoolers through a gentle narrative,...

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42:11

Supervision in Action: Strategies for a Safe and...

Learn Play Thrive The Podcast ·

2025/09/18

On this episode, host Simone Brand has an essential conversation with early childhood consultant Tracey Yeomans. With over 35 years of experience, Tracey unpacks the concept of intentional supervision, moving beyond simply "watching" children. This episode explores key strategies for creating a safe and engaging environment in ECEC settings including: 1. Supervision as engagement - How actively playing with children is the most effective form of supervision. 2. The environment as a par...

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43:03

Early Learning Matters Live: A Central Coast Celebration

Learn Play Thrive The Podcast ·

2025/09/11

This week, we're taking you to the heart of our Early Learning Matters Week celebration! Join us as we share a special episode recorded live at the Central Coast Early Childhood Educator Network group breakfast. We were absolutely buzzing from the incredible energy in the room as we gathered with a fantastic group of educators, sector leaders, and local members of parliament to celebrate the vital role of the early childhood education and care sector. In this special episode, we were honore...

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15:46

Little Library #5: Spiro

Learn Play Thrive The Podcast ·

2025/09/11

Welcome to the Learn Play Thrive Little Library! In this episode, we dive into the award-winning Australian picture book, Spiro, authored and illustrated by Anna McGregor, and published by Scribble. This heartwarming tale of a determined little spider is the perfect tool for teaching young children about perseverance and resilience. In this episode, we explore: - How Spiro’s story connects to EYLF V2.0 key learning outcomes, including a growth mindset. - Why the book is a great provocation f...

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29:52

360 Degrees of Leadership in ECEC

Learn Play Thrive The Podcast ·

2025/09/04

Join us for a special episode with the dynamic founding partners of Semann & Slattery, Colin Slattery and Anthony Semann. With over 25 years of experience, this powerful duo brings a unique blend of evidence-based research and a deep commitment to equity and social justice. They unpack what it means to be a 360-degree leader in the ECEC sector, discussing how to: Balance long-term vision with daily operations.Empower grassroots leadership and encourage ownership at all levels.Navigate hi...

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12:17

Educator Voices from the Reggio Emilia Australia...

Learn Play Thrive The Podcast ·

2025/08/28

This special episode is recorded live at the Reggio Emilia Australia Information Exchange (REAIE) 2025 conference in Adelaide. The conference theme, ‘Landscapes of Collaboration: New possibilities for education in complex times’, set the stage for a discussion on an educational philosophy rooted in hope and optimism. This approach views children as ‘citizen culture-makers’ and is built on the core principles of collaboration, participation, and democracy. In this episode, we connect w...

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11:10

Little Dreamers #3: Friendship

Learn Play Thrive The Podcast ·

2025/08/21

Welcome to Learn Play Thrive's mindfulness stories for preschoolers! Settle into a gentle movement and mindfulness episode crafted for young listeners. Little Dreamers offers a simple yet effective tool for promoting relaxation, body awareness, gratitude practices, and imaginative thinking in young children. In this episode, we invite young listeners to embark on a gentle journey with two friends - a big, fluffy bear and a small, bouncy rabbit - as they learn how to stay connected even...

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28:13

The Digital Child: Nurturing Future-Ready Learners

Learn Play Thrive The Podcast ·

2025/08/21

Join us for an incredibly insightful conversation with Professor Lisa Kervin AM, Director of the Early Start Institute at the University of Wollongong (UOW), whose work highlights how positive digital literacy experiences in early childhood empowers children to thrive as informed, global citizens. We dive deep into essential topics, including: - Why educators must equip children for their best digital lives. - Practical strategies for positive and safe digital experiences. - The significance...

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17:23

Encountering the Mosaic of Marks, Words, and...

Learn Play Thrive The Podcast ·

2025/08/14

Join us for an inspirational episode as we delve into the heart of the Reggio Emilia Australia Information Exchange (REAIE) Exhibition, the ‘Mosaic of Marks, Words and Material’! We were incredibly fortunate to catch up with Kirsty Liljegren, an Early Learning Consultant and Educator with 30 years of extensive professional experience in the Early Years Education sector, at the recent REAIE conference in Adelaide. As the esteemed Vice-Chairperson of REAIE, Kirsty shares profound insights, dee...

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45:32

An Educator's Guide: Easing Separation Anxiety During...

Learn Play Thrive The Podcast ·

2025/08/07

Join us for an insightful episode of the Learn Play Thrive podcast, featuring educators Karin House and Emma Seyer! With decades of combined experience across all age groups, Karin and Emma bring practical wisdom and personal insights into understanding why separation anxiety often heightens during room transitions in ECEC settings. They share invaluable practical strategies for your classroom to help young children feel more secure when moving to a new room. We also explore the crucial role...

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