The Role of Digital Literacy in Preparing Children for School and Beyond
Today’s classrooms and workplaces are increasingly digital, making digital literacy a foundational skill that children need as they grow. Digital literacy in early childhood isn’t just about screen time; it’s about teaching children how to understand, interact with, and benefit from digital tools safely and responsibly. At Milestones Early Learning, our approach to digital literacy within the Lifelong Learning Curriculum is age-appropriate, purposeful, and designed to set children up for school readiness and success in life.
A Day in the Life of a Preschooler at Milestones
At Milestones Early Learning, every day is carefully structured to foster growth, learning, and fun, providing a nurturing environment that supports the holistic development of each child. The integrated child care and preschool approach ensures that children receive consistent, high-quality education and care throughout their day. Here’s a glimpse into what a typical day looks like for a preschooler enrolled in the School Readiness program at Milestones.
How to Help Children Develop School Readiness
Starting school is an important stage in your child’s life. Before they start though, a child should ideally have developed a range of basic skills and knowledge to help them transition smoothly into the school environment. These skills align with key developmental areas including emotional confidence, social connectivity, foundational learning. and physical health and wellbeing. Read on as we explain what each key development area includes, and how you can help children develop these skills.
Supporting The Progression To Big School
With Graduation done and dusted, you and your child may be nervous about the transition into Big School. Here are five tips to support your child with this significant milestone and set them up for success.
How my Educators get me School Ready
Early Childhood Education has proven to play a major role in a child’s transition to school, and here at Milestones, we have passionate Educators and Early Childhood Teachers who deliver a range of programs to extend children’s curiosity, growth, and independence.
School Readiness: Lifelong Learning Curriculum For Your Preschooler
Preparing for school is an exciting time in a child’s life, and our staff are here to support your child during this learning journey whilst having fun along the way.