Term 1 Week 7

CLUB NEWS::
We had a great time with BEYBLADE CLUB this week, with lots of children joining in and showing one another how to take turns and be fair.
The rain meant lots of our activities had to run inside this week, but we had a great time adapting SPORTS CLUB into various creative ideas inside the Hall, including lots of DANCING - well done Educators and kids, for not letting the weather get in the way of a good time!
In EXPLORE & DISCOVER, a whole range of ages had a great time with the ‘lifting ice cubes’ experiment - ask them about it! Shout out to SADIE for being a great little helper for Kathy. Thanks Sadie!
The MAGNET WORKSHOP was a great hit once again - our littlest ones love having something special to do when the older ones are at Skate School.
This week the kids made PRETZELS in Baking Club. We saw some fantastic creations and pretzels made into shapes we never would have imagined! ;-)

OTHER NEWS::
We spent this week celebrating ST PATRICK’S DAY and based lots of our creative activities around that, as well as enjoying stories from the children of our many Irish families!
Check out the Hive room walls and windows - there’s new art work going up all the time!

PARENT REMINDERS::
You need to meet certain requirements in order to obtain Child Care Subsidy from the government, who pay this subsidy directly to your child care provider (i.e. The Hive) to reduce the fees you pay.

You may be eligible if you or your partner meet all of the following:

• care for your child at least 2 nights per fortnight, or have 14% care

• are liable for fees for care provided at an approved child care service

• meet the residency rules

Your primary school-aged child must also meet immunisation requirements

Each person that’s liable to pay child care fees will need to apply for this subsidy and meet these criteria.

Term 1 Week 6

CLUB NEWS::
This week we made fluffy playdough during EXPLORE & DISCOVER - very messy and tonnes of fun!
Lots of children joined BAKING CLUB this week, where the vanilla cupcakes they made turned out to be very popular.
SKATE SCHOOL is still a huge hit, and whilst the bigger kids were busy with that, our Kindys and Y1s enjoyed another Magnet workshop and dancing away to Just Dance! 
We also ran a new SPORTS CLUB called Circuit, where the children enjoyed a range of mini races and obstacles

SPECIAL NEWS::
This week we celebrated INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY at The Hive with some special art and craft! 
We also celebrated SHROVE TUESDAY with pancakes in the morning. The kids decorated their pancakes with fruit and maple syrup. Yum!

PARENT REMINDER::
Are you having issues receiving your child care rebates from Centrelink? A common reason for this is that you haven’t confirmed your Hive enrolment details to Centrelink. You can do this using your Centrelink online account through myGov. Select Child Care Subsidy from the menu, then Enrolments.

For help, use our online guide to https://www.humanservices.gov.au/individuals/online-help/centrelink/confirm-your-childs-enrolment-details-child-care-subsidy.

Term 1 Week 5

WELCOME::
We were happy to welcome more new Kindys to the Hive this week. We’re so lucky to have such a gorgeous, growing gang of littlies, bringing their smiles, questions and ideas to our centre. They behave so well and are always willing to learn and help out with serving food or packing away.

CLUB NEWS::
In EXPLORE & DISCOVER this week the children made flower perfume. It was a very popular activity and we will be repeating it for those that didn’t get a turn this time.
SKATE SCHOOL continues to be very popular, and we’ve had lots of Y2s join in since we opened it to them. It was lovely to see some of the kids sharing their bikes with friends who wanted to have a go.
In BAKING CLUB this week the children cooked savoury muffins - a good reminder that baking doesn’t have to be sweet to be delicious!
It was lovely to see all age groups playing together in SPORTS CLUB this week, with a whole range of ages playing dodgeball together, and looking out for one another.
We enjoyed an activity WORKSHOP WITH MAGNETS on Tuesday. Aimed specially at YK & Y1 they learned all about different shapes, patterns and constructions, using the amazing (and very popular) new magnet toys we recently bought.

WELCOME BBQ::
Big thanks all the children who helped decorate the tablecloths for the Welcome BBQ on Friday. The Hive loves sponsoring this event and we hope you enjoyed the bouncy castles , face painting and home-made lemonade. Well done to Jo C and Arielle for volunteering their time to organise - it’s no small task! And a massive thank you to our Hive staff who stuck around to help things run smoothly on the day.

PARENT REMINDERS::
Please remember to PACK HATS for this kids. They really want to run and play outside, but we can only let them do that if they have their hats on. Also send JACKETS for those cold mornings and the odd cooler afternoon.

Term 1 Week 4

PLEASE BRING IN…

PLASTIC BOTTLES, CORKS, CARDBOARD BOXES

CLUB NEWS::
This week BAKING CLUB was extremely popular with the kindies! They made raisin bread and learned about all the different ingredients.
ART & CRAFT CLUB celebrated summer and friendship this week, making bracelets, feather art and using lots of glitter! The children are kindly donating some of their works to help decorate our new Hive room, so keep your eyes peeled for your little person’s handiwork!
Our new MAGNET TOYS are a massive hit and we’re seeing some very creative and ingenious designs and constructions!

NEXT WEEK::
SKATE SCHOOL has been opened to Y2. If your little one is keen, please sign the permission forms. Thanks to Ziggy and Seth for helping the little ones to learn the ropes in this cool club!

PARENT REMINDERS::
Please make sure your kids bring their hats to school. It’s especially important during the hot summer months.
Equally, on the cooler days, they need an extra layer - please check the weather every day.
If you’d like to know what the kids are eating when they’re at The Hive, please check out our daily menu. And remember, every meal is accompanied by fresh chopped veggies.

** IMPORTANT UPDATE ON CCS **

The new (since July 18) Child Care Subsidy (CCS) operates within an updated framework. One of the new parameters is detailed in this extract from the Department of Human Services' website:

“If your child has not attended child care for 8 continuous weeks, we’ll cancel your enrolment details in our system. Read about what you need to do if we cancel your enrolment details.”

If this happens to your account, please contact Becklyn on 02 988 2651 as your first action.

You can check your CCS enrolment status in your account, under the Child Details section in ‘Family’. If it shows anything other than ‘Active’, please contact Becklyn.

Term 1 Week 3

NEXT WEEK PLEASE BRING IN…

SMALL PLASTIC BOTTLES & CORKS

CLUB NEWS::
There was a lot of LOVE in The Hive this week, with various Valentine-related craft activities. The youngest ones were helped by the older children to write their messages which was just beautiful to see.
The lovely new Kindys also enjoyed their first BAKING CLUB this week. They made pizza, using just two simple ingredients for the base, and they LOVED it! The Seniors even tried a bit and gave all our little chefs the thumbs up!
Seniors have been desperate to make slime again, so we had some happy faces in EXPLORE & DISCOVER club this week, whilst our younger children got very busy making mud paint!
SPORTS CLUBS have been popular, despite this week’s heat - with lots of eager participants for HOCKEY, SOCCER & WHEELS DAY (which is booked out!).
We also played lots of WATER GAMES this week, to help everyone deal with the heat… aaaahhhhhh

NEXT WEEK::
From WEEK 4, for Juniors:
BAKING CLUB - Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
EXPLORE & DISCOVER - Wednesdays
ART & CRAFT and SPORT - every day!

From WEEK 4, for Seniors:
Monday - SPORT
Tuesday - SCIENCE
Wednesdays - BAKING
Thursday - SKATE SCHOOL
Friday - Seniors’ Kitchen

STAFF NEWS::
Welcome to Daniel, who’s just joined the team. A talented sports and soccer coach, he has a ton of experience working with primary aged children, both here and in his native Chile. He has a real passion for keeping kids active, energised and engaged and we look forward to seeing him in action!

PARENT REMINDERS::
Please make sure your kids bring their hats to school. It’s especially important during the hot summer months

** IMPORTANT UPDATE ON CCS **

The new (since July 18) Child Care Subsidy (CCS) operates within an updated framework. One of the new parameters is detailed in this extract from the Department of Human Services' website:

“If your child has not attended child care for 8 continuous weeks, we’ll cancel your enrolment details in our system. Read about what you need to do if we cancel your enrolment details.”

If this happens to your account, please contact Becklyn on 02 988 2651 as your first action.

You can check your CCS enrolment status in your account, under the Child Details section in ‘Family’. If it shows anything other than ‘Active’, please contact Becklyn.

Term 1 Week 2

GENERAL REMINDERS::
Our NEW KINDY CHILDREN are settling in so well - we’re seeing lots of happy little faces each day. Kindy parents - any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask Edie, Lenka or Eugenia in the Hive room. They’re here to help.
Remember, we’re a Sun Safe Centre, which means NO HAT NO PLAY
The NEW MENU for Term 1 is up on the website. You can check it out here!
Our NEW HIVE ROOM is proving a very popular space: the children love to chill and read in the quiet corner, play with the new (very popular) magnet sets or lego, or build dens using the soft mats.

CLUB NEWS::
In BAKING CLUB this week, the kids made delicious apple cinnamon cake and next week they’ll be busy making raisin bread - fabulous little chefs at The Hive!
Our SPORTS CLUBS are in full swing - the kids had the best time playing all sorts of games such as DODGEBALL and TOUCH RUGBY. All the new Kindys did a great job of listening and learning the rules.
The creative bees in ART & CRAFT CLUB made puffy paint artworks this week which are no doubt adorning the fridges of Bondi as we speak!
Our first SKATE SCHOOL was extremely popular with our older kids and we look forward to some wheely good fun all term!

2019 Term 1 Week 1

WELCOME BACK!!

Happy 2019 everyone, and welcome to our brand new Hive room! We’ve worked hard over the holidays to get the space ready and the feedback so far is overwhelmingly positive!

TEAM NEWS::
The lovely Lenka is getting ready for maternity leave, and Edie - our Child & Family Liaison Lead - has stepped into Lenka’s role of Nominated Supervisor. Edie is supported by Kathy and Eugenia in Supervisor roles and by Ellie and Jara behind the scenes. Lenka will also be here with us for a few more weeks.

NEW KINDYS::

• Welcome to all our new Kindy friends! We look forward to getting to know those of you we didn’t meet during the holidays.

• In your first week, we’ll offer extra care from 0900-0930 and 1430-1500, whilst you have a shorter day and for the whole of this first year, we’ll manage your transitions between class and Hive..

• Please remember your family code and password when signing in and out.

• You can change your password to one of your choice: Log in > User Menu > Change Password

NOTES FOR ALL PARENTS::

• We/re a SUN SAFE centre, which means hats & sunscreen for outdoor play this term.

• We have a two baskets of LOST PROPERTY from Holiday Program, just outside the Hive room. Please check through them this week. After Friday, all remaining items will be recycled, donated or thrown away.

• And while we’re checking - please look at home for any stray MISSING HIVE TOYS. We lost a few toys and games during the holidays, and it’s great if they can please be returned for all our children to enjoy.

• A reminder that children should NOT BRING TOYS OR DEVICES to The Hive (or to school)

• SKATE SCHOOL will be running every Thursday starting this week. It’s open to Yrs 3-6, and we’ll send out online permission forms soon, which must be completed before the kids will be allowed to join.

• if you child has EXTRA CURRICULAR activities during their Hive session, you must let us know. Please email bookings@thehivebondi.com.au. Your child must always check in at The Hive room before going off to their activity.

Term 4 Week 9

CHRISTMAS PARTY::
Our party on Thursday was a huge success, with lots of extra bookings and almost the whole team on hand to help out. Thanks for coming along!!
The kids decorated gingerbread biscuits, made loads of amazing Christmas craft (ready for pick-up outside KP) and played fun Xmas-themed games like pin the nose on the reindeer! Thanks to everyone who helped make it such a huge success and to Lenka for organising everything. Feedback from parents has been wonderful, and some of you stayed on at the craft stations to help out with the activities, which was lovely.

CLUB NEWS::
In EXPLORE & DISCOVER club this week the younger children were totally engrossed in their TIE DYE MILK experiment in the back playground. The Seniors made their own BATH BOMBS with Edie - which they loved, and have asked to do again very soon!
ART & CRAFT focused all week on Christmas: reverse scratch baubles, snowmen, ornaments & decorations!
BAKING CLUB were busy all week making the gingerbread cookies, ready for the Christmas party!

HOLIDAY PROGRAM:
Next week is the final week of term! Mon-Wed are school days, then there are two days of Holiday Program Thu/Fri before we close down for a two week break (yay!). If you haven’t already - book in for 20th and 21st - spots are selling out fast.
PLEASE NOTE: Bookings for Tue 29 Jan can be found under ‘Next Year’s Bookings’

STAFF CHANGES::
At the end of the year, we bid a fond farewell to Billy, Ziggy and Charlie (who’s off to New York to study fine art!) We’ve loved having you on the team and we’ll miss you all.
Lenka will start her maternity leave early in Term 1 and Edie, Kathy and Eugenia will be on hand to spread the load.

Term 4 Week 8

HOLIDAY PROGRAM::

• The web server is back up and running (phew!) and Holiday Program bookings are open and disappearing fast!I

• You can find the calendars here on the website and they’re also pinned up on the Hive room door.

• We’ll have lots of water play to cool down during those hot weeks, so please throw some spare clothes in the kids’ bags

CLUB NEWS::
In ART & CRAFT Seniors made some fab Christmas decorations - sequinned baubles and sand art. Our younger creatives made bead ornaments, paper plate Christmas trees, and Christmas playdough with cinnamon and cloves!
In SCIENCE CLUB we saw the kids become fascinated by how the different ingredients reacted together to make FIZZY POTIONS! Next week, we’ll be making bath bombs (perfect as Christmas pressies!)
BAKING CLUB saw the Juniors making chocolate cookies and our Seniors created the ever-popular sushi!
In Sports Club we’ve seen VOLLEYBALL become more and more popular for all age groups. We’ve also seen our BEYBLADE CLUB become popular with more girls now too.
In the Hive room CHILLOUT ZONE, some Y1s created their own “video games” similar to the old Ataris, using old CDs, DVD and other recycled materials. THANK YOU to everyone who sends in their old bits and bobs for us to use in our creative/construction sessions.
The renovated PLAY EQUIPMENT in the back playground is super popular with the kids. Thank you School!

RE-ENROLMENTS::
Don’t forget to re-enrol for next year. The sooner the better (and it’s one less thing to remember through the holidays!)
If you know new families enrolling at BBPS next year, please remind them to enrol for The Hive too. Merci!

Term 4 Week 7

CLUB NEWS::
The kids loved making MARBLE CAKE in Baking Club, with all age groups mucking in and helping one another out.
SCIENCE CLUB really enjoyed the Walking Water experiment this week, using food colouring, paper towels and water. The kids’ little projects are on display in the new Hive room. It was really cool to see the results the next day.
The CHILL OUT zone has been busy with lots of building and construction projects, and the children have been so good at helping pack away. Good on you, kids!

KIDS’ NEWS::
> Thanks to all the children who are really listening and doing the right thing when asked to WASH HANDS before food. Hygiene is important, and helps keep us safe from germs.
> You can start getting excited about the HIVE XMAS PARTY on THURSDAY WEEK 9! We’ll have tonnes of fun, food, games and all things Christmassy. Make sure you’re booked in that day, and parents - you’re welcome to join us too!!