The Infants’ Home Outdoor Classroom Project
At The Infants' Home, our vision for a nature-based outdoor learning space is coming to life.
What is The Infants’ Home ‘Integrated ECEC Service’
The Infants’ Home brings together (or ‘integrates’) early intervention and early childhood education and care within our daily childcare programs for all children. This helps ensure that every child receives the level of support they need to learn, develop and thrive in the critical early years.
Slowing the Merry-Go-Round of Illness in Childcare
Unfortunately, childhood illness and childcare often go hand in hand, especially when children first enrol and are still building their immune systems. Good hygiene practices in their centre and at home and keeping children home when they are unwell can help reduce the spread of infection.
Find the Balance—Navigating Children’s Screen Time
While there are many guidelines for how much time children should spend on screens, these are not always practical in the modern age, and sometimes other strategies are needed to navigate this issue.
Who was Sydney Hope?
Sydney Hope was The Infants’ Homes’ first ‘foundling’. At 7.40pm on 3 June 1874, a three-week-old infant was found on the steps of The Sydney Foundling Institute, which had been operating for less than a month.
Goldman Sachs Sandpit Refresh Day
In July we were delighted to welcome a group of nine keen volunteers from our long-term supporter Goldman Sachs to carry our annual children’s sandpit refresh through their signature Community TeamWorks volunteering program.
Small World, Big Play: The Benefits of Small World Play
Small world play offers many benefits for children’s learning and development. It helps children to process and learn about the world around them as they explore real and imaginary situations within miniature play settings.
Taking it Outside: The Benefits of Nature Play for Children
Nature play, in which children explore, play and learn in natural environments, offers many benefits for children’s learning, development, health and wellbeing.
The Infants’ Home Celebrates 150 years!
On 8 May 2024 we were delighted to host the first of our 150th Anniversary Year celebrations for our community.
150 Years of The Infants’ Home: A Brief History
Founded in May 1874, The Infants’ Home began as a rescue operation for abandoned children and unmarried mothers and their babies. Over 150 years The Infants’ Home has evolved to meet the changing needs of children and families.
You’re Welcome – Equity and Inclusion at The Infants’ Home
Equity and inclusion for all members of The Infants’ Home’s community is central to our mission and our everyday work. Our community includes our children, families and staff as well as others in the wider community with whom we work.
Playgroups are for Fun, Friends and Support
Attending a playgroup is a wonderful way for children and their parents and carers to come together regularly in an informal setting where they can play, learn and connect with others.
Corporate Volunteering at The Infants’ Home
The Infants’ Home’s Corporate Volunteer Program is a fantastic way for work teams to boost team morale, have fun and give back to the community.
Toilet Learning: Let the Children Lead the Way
Learning to use the toilet is a big milestone for a child. For many parents and carers, approaching toilet learning can be a little overwhelming. However, with patience, and by placing the child at the centre of the process, toilet learning can be an empowering and positive experience for all.