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Let’s Talk Pedagogy from Gowrie NSW Education Hub! Tune in to explore our history, vision, and Charter of Rights, and hear the latest news and happenings across our organisation.

  1. Aug 28

    Episode 12: A Pedagogy of Democracy at Mealtimes: Creating Opportunities for Agency and Child Voice

    Sometimes the biggest changes begin with the smallest moments.  In this episode, Christa reflects on mealtimes and the journey she and her colleagues undertook to rethink this everyday routine through critical reflection and practitioner inquiry. Together, they explored how intentional changes can transform children's experiences, strengthen relationships and create rich opportunities for learning.  Join Christa and Fiona as they unpack children's agency, routines and rituals, and the role of a pedagogy of democracy in everyday practice. We discuss how thoughtfully designed environments, predictable routines and meaningful participation can empower children, build their confidence and support children’s growing independence.  Hosts:  Michelle Richardson & Fiona Veld-Brown   Guest:  Christa Fuda    Recommended audience:   Aimed at educators and teachers working with children from birth to two years who are at any stage of their professional career, or who are looking for inspiring and innovative stories of practice change about mealtime routines and rituals in the youngest years.   Links:   Education Hub Gowrie NSW Education Hub   Professional Learning Calendar 2026 Online Flipbook   Thought Leadership Blog: Democracy Begins in the Early Years Democracy begins in the early years      Subscribe:  Newsletter Get in Touch!    Instagram: @GowrieNSW.EducationHub      Facebook: Gowrie NSW Education Hub   Email: educationhub@gowriensw.com.au

  2. Aug 14

    Episode 11: Distributed Leadership in OSHC

    In this episode, we join Stella Lee from Gowrie NSW Kent Road Outside School Hours Care as she explores distributed leadership through an OSHC lens. Stella shares how decision-making, reflection and planning are intentionally embedded across her team to foster collaboration, shared responsibility and continuous improvement.  Drawing on practical examples, Stella unpacks how deep, intentional reflection helped strengthen her team, navigate challenges and support meaningful change. Grounded in shared values, open dialogue and inclusive collaboration with educators, leaders and families, this episode highlights how leadership can be nurtured at every level to enrich practice and create positive outcomes for children and young people.  Host:  Michelle Richardson & Victoria McDowell   Guests:  Stella Lee   Recommended audience: Aimed at educators and teachers working in OSHC with children and young people aged between 5 and 12 years, at any stage of their professional career, or who are looking for inspiring and innovative stories of practice change about leadership.     Links:   Education Hub Gowrie NSW Education Hub   Professional Learning Calendar 2026 Online Flipbook   Thought Leadership Blog: Upskilling Our Leaders: Building the Future of Gowrie NSW Upskilling Our Leaders: Building the Future of Gowrie NSW     Subscribe:   Newsletter Get in Touch!    Instagram: @GowrieNSW.EducationHub      Facebook: Gowrie NSW Education Hub   Email: educationhub@gowriensw.com.au

  3. Jul 31

    Episode 10: Transforming Infant Room Practice - Reimagining Infant Care Through Respectful Relationships

    In this episode, our Pedagogical Coach Fiona Veld-Brown is joined by educator Shaila Martinez of Gowrie NSW Erskineville who shares new perspectives on infant education and what it means to truly see babies as capable, competent and active participants in their own learning. Drawing on her own professional journey, Shaila shares how her practice transformed after being introduced to the RIE® Principles and the Educaring® Approach. She reflects on the challenges; mindset shifts and moments of discovery that encouraged her to rethink long-held assumptions about babies' care and their learning. Together, Fiona and Shaila unpack the reflections and turning points that reshaped Shaila’s work with infants. They discuss the questions that guided the design of infant learning environments, the importance of slowing down and observing, and the simple yet powerful ways educators can make respectful choices that support infant agency. This episode offers both practical insights and thoughtful reflection for educators looking to strengthen their understanding of infants and create learning experiences grounded in respect, connection and trust. Join Shaila and Fiona as they invite us to slow down, tune in and reimagine what infant education can feel like, together.   Host:  Michelle Richardson Guests:  Fiona Veld-Brown & Shaila Martinez Recommended audience: Aimed at educators and teachers working with children aged between birth and 2 years, at any stage of their professional career, and who are looking for inspiring and innovative stories of practice change to enhance care and learning for infants and 2-year-olds.   Links:  Education Hub Gowrie NSW Education Hub Professional Learning Calendar 2026 Online Flipbook Thought Leadership Blog: Democracy Begins in the Early Years Democracy begins in the early years   Subscribe:  Newsletter Get in Touch! Instagram: @GowrieNSW.EducationHub     Facebook: Gowrie NSW Education Hub  Email: Educationhub@gowriensw.com.au

  4. Jul 6

    Episode 9: Truth-Telling In Practice (OSHC)

    In this episode, Belinda Rouhan chats with Ash Phthalo, an OSHC educator at Erskineville, about embedding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives into everyday practice. Ash shares their journey from uncertainty to confidence, highlighting a common barrier for educators, the fear of ‘getting it wrong’ and how taking small, intentional steps can build both knowledge and capability.  The conversation explores practical, meaningful ways to embed Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives beyond tokenistic moments or calendar events. Ash emphasises starting with what you know: connecting with local communities, choosing sustainable and locally sourced resources and linking learning to children’s natural curiosity about their environment.    An example of practice shared is children creating their own Acknowledgements to Country, demonstrating their capacity as capable, thoughtful learners whilst fostering respect and connection to place and land. Ash also discusses the importance of ‘truth-telling’ in age-appropriate ways, empowering children to actively engage with local history and the community.   Packed with practical strategies and reflective insights, this episode encourages educators to start small, stay curious and embed Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives authentically all year round into OSHC programs.     Host:  Michelle Richardson   Guests:   Belinda Rouhan & Ash Phthalo     Recommended audience:  Aimed at educators and teachers working in outside school hours care service settings with children and young people aged between 5 and 12 years, at any stage of their professional career who are interested in authentically embedding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history, culture and perspectives into everyday practice and relationships.     Links:   Education Hub Gowrie NSW Education Hub   Professional Learning Calendar 2026 Online Flipbook   OSHC Professional Learning Calendar 2026 Online Flipbook OSHC    Subscribe:   Newsletter Get in Touch!    Instagram: @GowrieNSW.EducationHub      Facebook: Gowrie NSW Education Hub

  5. Jun 24

    Episode 8: Intentional Play-Based Learning in OSHC 5-12 Years (Part 2)

    In Part 1 of this episode, we explored intentional play-based learning in middle childhood, highlighting what play and play-based learning is and what it isn’t. Play-based learning was positioned as a child-centred approach in which curiosity, creativity and exploration drive learning and intentionally moving away from directive, adult-led practices.  The episode described educators as facilitators and co-learners who created inviting spaces, observe children and young people’s interests and support learning without ‘taking over’. Belinda emphasised how educators’ attunement to children should inform the teaching strategies adopted to create responsive environments and practice. We also discussed how educational leaders can strengthen this approach by guiding reflective practice, mentoring educators and embedding play-based pedagogy across their OSHC service.  In this episode, Part 2, we unpack the distinction between Playwork and intentional play-based learning and how to encourage a balance between supporting child outcomes and respecting a child’s right to freely choose their play.  Finally, we reflect together on inclusion and environmental design, emphasising welcoming, flexible spaces which include open-ended resources that support all children to feel a sense of belonging, ownership and engagement.   Host: Michelle Richardson & Victoria McDowell   Guest:  Belinda Rouhan   Recommended audience:  Aimed at educators and teachers working in outside school hours care service settings with children and young people aged between 5 and 12 years, at any stage of their professional career who are interested in intentional teaching through the lens of play-based learning.   Links:   Education Hub Gowrie NSW Education Hub   Professional Learning Calendar 2026 Online Flipbook   OSHC Professional Learning Calendar 2026 Online Flipbook OSHC  Thought Leadership Article: What is Play Based Learning? - Gowrie NSW  Subscribe:   Newsletter Get in Touch!    Instagram: @GowrieNSW.EducationHub      Facebook: Gowrie NSW Education Hub

  6. Jun 24

    Episode 7: Intentional Play-Based Learning in OSHC 5-12 Years (Part 1)

    In Part 1 of this episode, we explore intentional play-based learning in middle childhood, highlighting what play and play-based learning is and what play isn’t, how environments, resources and the educator mindset shape meaningful learning experiences. Intentional play-based learning is positioned as a child-centred approach where curiosity, creativity and exploration drive learning, moving away from directive, adult-led practices.  We discuss the role of educators as facilitators and co-learners who create inviting spaces, observe children and young people’s interests and support learning without ‘taking over’. We think about how educators' attunement of children informs the teaching strategies used in creating responsive environments and practices.  Educational leaders further strengthen this approach by guiding reflective practice, mentoring educators, and embedding play-based pedagogy across their OSHC service.  In Part 2, we continue our conversation with Belinda and unpack the distinction between Playwork and intentional play-based learning, encouraging a balance between supporting outcomes and respecting a child’s right to freely choose their play.  Finally, we reflect on inclusion and environmental design, emphasising welcoming, flexible spaces which include open-ended resources that support all children to feel a sense of belonging, ownership and engagement.   Host:  Michelle Richardson & Victoria McDowell   Guest:  Belinda Rouhan   Recommended audience:  Aimed at educators and teachers working in outside school hours care service settings with children and young people aged between 5 and 12 years, at any stage of their professional career who are interested in intentional teaching through the lens of play-based learning.   Links:   Education Hub Gowrie NSW Education Hub   Professional Learning Calendar 2026 Online Flipbook   OSHC Professional Learning Calendar 2026 Online Flipbook OSHC  Thought Leadership Article: What is Play Based Learning? - Gowrie NSW  Subscribe:   Newsletter Get in Touch!    Instagram: @GowrieNSW.EducationHub      Facebook: Gowrie NSW Education Hub

  7. May 15

    Episode 6: Intentional Play-Based Learning with Preschoolers

    In this episode, we explore child-led and inquiry-based learning in the preschool years, where children’s ideas, questions and interests shape the curriculum.  When children are central as co-contributors and collaborators, we honour their curiosity and capacity to construct knowledge. Through research, we value discussions and rich dialogue, problem-solving and creative exploration skills and opportunities.  Play-based learning is the work of children, and educators who listen deeply, provide intentionally chosen and sourced resources, materials and environments in turn invite responsive, rich and stimulating opportunities for play and discovery.    Together we reflect on the importance of deeply knowing children, their strengths, interests, routines and relationships, whilst working in partnership with families to understand their hopes and aspirations. These relationships help us design learning experiences that are meaningful, connected and responsive in the moment.   This episode reminds us that inquiry-based learning is joyful, dynamic and shared. It invites us to release control, trust children’s thinking and focus not just on what we teach, but on how we teach, fostering confidence, competence and a lifelong love of learning.   Host:  Michelle Richardson & Victoria McDowell   Guest:  Nicole Tytherleigh    Recommended audience:  Aimed at educators and teachers working in service settings with children in the preschool years, typically between 3 and 5 years, at any stage of their professional career, who are interested in intentional teaching through the lens of play-based learning.   Links:   Education Hub Gowrie NSW Education Hub   Professional Learning Calendar 2026 Online Flipbook   Thought Leadership Article: What is Play Based Learning? - Gowrie NSW  Thought Leadership Article: Types of Play for Early Childhood Development  Subscribe:   Newsletter Get in Touch!    Instagram: @GowrieNSW.EducationHub      Facebook: Gowrie NSW Education Hub

  8. Apr 30

    Episode 5: Intentional Play-Based Learning with Infants and Toddlers

    When infants and toddlers feel safe, they play, and when they play, they learn.   In this episode, we explore what intentional play-based learning looks like alongside children from birth to three years, and how deeply it is woven into relationships, care and everyday moments.   For infants and toddlers, play doesn’t begin with learning experiences or resources. Rather, it begins with emotional safety. Learning at this age is profoundly embodied, sensory and relational. Care, play and learning are not separate; they are deeply intertwined.   We reframe intentional teaching as being less about planned experiences and more about noticing, responding and making thoughtful decisions. This might look like how we design our environments, how we use time, and when we step in and when we intentionally step back.   We acknowledge that the environment acts as an open invitation to play. Open-ended real materials, indoor and outdoor play every day, and seeing children as co-designers of their environment all deepen engagement and thinking.   We also return to caregiving routines, which make up most of the day for infants and toddlers as the curriculum itself. When educators slow down, invite participation and respond to cues, these moments become rich opportunities for language, learning and connection.   Intentional play-based learning with birth to three-year-olds is about creating the safety, time and environments children need to explore and learn in their own ways.     Host:  Michelle Richardson & Victoria McDowell   Guest:  Fiona Veld-Brown    Recommended audience:   Aimed at educators and teachers working in service settings with young children aged birth to three years at any stage of their professional career, who are interested in intentional teaching through the lens of play-based learning.     Links:   Education Hub Gowrie NSW Education Hub   Professional Learning Calendar 2026 Online Flipbook   Thought Leadership Article: What is Play Based Learning? - Gowrie NSW  Thought Leadership Article: Play Ideas and Games for Babies and Toddlers - Gowrie NSW  Thought Leadership Article: Types of Play for Early Childhood Development    Subscribe:   Newsletter Get in Touch!    Instagram: @GowrieNSW.EducationHub      Facebook: Gowrie NSW Education Hub

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