Papilio Early Learning Essendon

Big feelings are a natural part of growing, especially in the toddler and preschool years 🌻

Strong emotions often appear when children are learning to manage frustration, change, and new social experiences. With calm, responsive support, these moments become opportunities for emotional growth.

At Papilio, we take a thoughtful approach to emotional wellbeing, supporting children to feel safe, understood, and confident as they learn.

👉 Read more about what’s normal in early childhood and how we support emotional development: https://ow.ly/b5Is50Y98pB

🌱 What does quality early learning look like?
Our Lifelong Learning Curriculum supports children from birth to school age through:

👶 Strong relationships + sensory exploration
👧 Language-rich play + early concepts
🧒 STEM, creativity, problem-solving
🤝 Social skills + resilience

Every moment in our day is designed with purpose.
Every experience supports lifelong learning. ✨

Learn more: https://ow.ly/20qM50XX4MV

☀️ Summer is here, and sun safety is our priority.

At our centre, children enjoy outdoor play in the mornings and late afternoons when UV levels are lower. Throughout the day our educators ensure:

🧢 Hats on
🧴 SPF 50+ sunscreen applied and reapplied
🌳 Shade and hydration breaks
💧 Lots of water play and cool-down moments

If you’re out and about with little ones this summer, keep these sun-safe tips in mind too.

You’ve got this, families, and we’ve got you. 💛

For more:

Summer Is Coming: Supporting Sun-Safe Habits At Papilio Early Learning, we believe children thrive when they feel safe, supported and confident, and that includes learning how to enjoy the outdoors safely.

Families have lots of questions about the Government’s upcoming 3 Day Guarantee for 2026. We’ve gathered the most common ones - and answered them simply - to help you plan ahead.

Read more here: https://ow.ly/CRU450XAq5X

CCS & 3 Day Guarantee 2026: What Papilio Families Need to Know A clear, parent-friendly guide to the CCS 3 Day Guarantee for 2026. Find out what the changes mean for your family's routine and fees at Papilio.

Every child's journey to toilet training is unique, and at Papilio it is treated as a positive step towards independence rather than a race to the finish line.

Our latest blog shares what signs to look for, how to handle the ups and downs and why consistency between home and care makes such a difference!

Toilet Training with Confidence: How Papilio Supports Families Discover how Papilio Early Learning supports toddlers through toilet training with care, patience, and our Lifelong Learning Curriculum. Signs of readiness, tips for parents, and expert educator insights.