News

What to expect from your child’s development between birth and 12 months at IDEA ELC

What to expect from your child’s development between birth and 12 months at IDEA ELC Every Child is Different Parents often worry if their child is developing typical to their age.

IDEA Loves Outdoor Play

IDEA Loves Outdoor Play Why is Outdoor Play Important? As soon as babies are a few days old, parents will be taking them out in their prams to go shopping, visit relatives or just take a walk.

Linking Practice to Theory and Research – The Importance of Contact with Nature

Linking Practice to Theory and Research – The Importance of Contact with Nature At IDEA ELC we are interested to know that there is growing evidence to support the view that playing outdoors in the early years is not only enjoyable for young children.

Linking Practice to Theory and Research – Movement and Learning

Linking Practice to Theory and Research – Movement and Learning At IDEA ELC we are interested to know that there is growing evidence to support the view that playing outdoors in the early years is not only enjoyable for young children.

Linking Practice to Theory and Research – Risk and Adventure

Linking Practice to Theory and Research – Risk and Adventure At IDEA ELC we are interested to know that there is growing evidence to support the view that playing outdoors in the early years is not only enjoyable for young children.

The Importance of Exploring with Two-Year Olds

The Importance of Exploring with Two-Year Olds At IDEA ELC we know that two year olds need exercise, good sleep patterns, healthy diets and opportunity for movement and exercise, which, if established early on in their family, makes sound foundations for their future wellbeing.

IDEA ELC’s tips for Learning at Home with Pre KG

IDEA ELC’s tips for Learning at Home with Pre KG ‘Typical’ Pre KG children By the time children are three and four years old they have a wide range of experiences of the outdoor world. Their physical development benefits enormously from this. Children are now skilled movers, according to the abilities of their bodies.

Physical Activity with Children- Advice from IDEA ELC

Physical Activity with Children- Advice from IDEA ELC Did you know that you can help your child… Enjoy physical activity? Feel good about his or her physical skills? Use physical skills to solve problems? Feel confident when playing with friends? Live a healthier life? Physical activity is a big part of your child’s life.