If you are interested in setting up an intergenerational program between your Early Learning service and an Aged Care service in your community, we are running an Open Door session on 26 June 2019 that will focus on the things you should consider before starting an intergenerational program.
On Saturday the Herald Sun ran a story on the Intergenerational Programs at our Carlton North, Clare Court and Broadmeadows Early Learning Centres. Each centre has connected with an Aged Care service in their community and the children go on regular visits to play games, read stories, and sing with the residents. Read the full article below!
Gracie Munari and Kelly Sweeting presented the amazing benefits of the intergenerational program at the recent 2019 Early Education Conference, and they shared many of the unexpected, heartfelt moments they have experienced when the children are interacting with the residents.
The upcoming Open Door session will be presented by Kelly Sweeting and runs from 5.30pm – 7.30pm at our Docklands Early Learning Centre. The session costs $65 per person.
Wednesday 2 September was Early Childhood Educators’ Day, and teams across our services received many lovely and kind messages from children and their families thanking our educators for all that they do.
Learn More about Early Childhood Educators’ Day 2026This year, our services celebrated Book Week and the theme of “Symphony of Stories” with colourful costumes and fun learning experiences. Here is a snapshot of how some of our services celebrated this year.
Learn More about Book Week 2026The Gowrie Victoria RTO is relaunching the CHC50125 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care in October as a blended program, making it more accessible to educators working full time.
Learn More about Gowrie Relaunches Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care as a Blended ProgramIt’s been another busy month and it’s time to reflect on how the sector is moving and some of the people who drive change.
Learn More about Sector Updates From CEO Karen Weston“I only know one thing… excited.” Five-year-old Frank summed up what starting school feels like for many children at Gowrie Clare Court.
Learn More about Strengthening Transitions to School at Clare Court
