The Truth Behind the NQS Ratings
You've seen the NQS badge on the fence - but do you actually know what it means? In this episode, Anika and Kate sit down with Elise Disher, former educator, former centre director, and now an in-demand early childhood consultant, to finally decode the National Quality Standard in plain English. Elise reveals why a "Meeting" rating isn't something to fear, what a "Working Towards" really signals, and why an "Exceeding" badge is just one piece of a much bigger puzzle.
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Is My Baby Too Young For Childcare?
One of the biggest questions facing new mums: Is my baby too young for childcare? In this episode, Anika and Kate sit down with Professor Tricia Eadie from Melbourne University - one of Australia's leading researchers in early childhood development - to finally get the evidence-based answers. Tricia unpacks why age is rarely the right question, what quality actually looks like for different stages, and why a stable, skilled workforce matters more than a fancy fitout.
Secrets Your Childcare Director Won't Tell
Choosing a childcare provider is arguably one of the most emotional milestones in the early parenting journey. In this debut episode of Between Us Mums, hosts Anika and Kate sit down with Cassandra Stark, the "magical unicorn" of early childhood education. As the founder of The Childcare Concierge & Advisory, Cassandra brings 15 years of deep-insider experience, ranging from nanny and educator to centre director and parent.
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