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Building Skills That Last Beyond Preschool: Why Early Learning Should Be About Wonder, Not Worksheets
In early childhood, learning begins with curiosity—not worksheets. Discover why wonder, play, and exploration create stronger foundations for lifelong learning

Ducky's Play and Development Centre
Jan 262 min read


What Parents Can Expect from an Australian-Based Playschool
Curious about what happens inside an Australian-based playschool? Here’s a closer look at how play-led learning, gentle routines, and caring educators support your child’s early years.

Ducky's Play and Development Centre
Dec 15, 20252 min read


Everyday Activities That Help Your Baby’s Brain Grow
You don’t need special toys to help your baby learn. Discover how small, daily interactions build language, memory, movement, and emotional skills.

Ducky's Play and Development Centre
Nov 24, 20253 min read


The Hidden Curriculum of Play: What Teachers Really Do During Playtime
Playtime isn’t just for fun—it’s one of the richest learning environments teachers have, especially in early childhood settings. At playschool, expert educators use moments of play to nurture children’s development across many domains: emotional, social, cognitive, physical, and creativity. Below, we look at how teachers make that happen, using Australian best practices and examples, plus ideas you can see in action at playschool. What Play-Based Learning Means According to E

Ducky's Play and Development Centre
Nov 17, 20253 min read
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