Do you want to make a real difference in young children’s lives while building a rewarding career? Then the N5 Educare certificate at Oxbridge Academy might be the perfect next step for you! This course builds upon the foundation you established at the N4 level, equipping you with even more knowledge and practical skills to thrive in the world of early childhood education (ECD). Whether you’ve always dreamt of nurturing young minds as a preschool teacher or daycare centre manager, or simply want to expand your skill set for future endeavours, this course offers numerous benefits: 1. Deepen You ..read more

Remember that first day of school? The nervous excitement, the new faces, the flood of colours and sounds? For many of us, that journey began in the magical world of playschool. Beyond the finger paints and alphabet songs lies a powerful truth: playschool teachers aren’t just babysitters. They’re architects of young minds, shaping futures one playful interaction at a time. More Than Just Play: Think about it. Between the ages of 2 and 5, a child’s brain undergoes incredible development. Playschool teachers become instrumental figures in this crucial phase, nurturing emotional intelligence, soc ..read more

Hey there dream chasers! Ever pictured yourself jet-setting as a successful au pair or running your very own daycare centre from the comfort of your home? Well, guess what? Your dreams can become a reality with a dash of Childhood Development magic from Oxbridge Academy! So, what’s this Childhood Development thing all about? It’s like the backstage pass to understanding the incredible journey of physical, cognitive, social, and emotional changes in children from birth to puberty. Picture it as a continuous process where each little one grooves to their unique beat. Now, let’s dive into the sup ..read more

Choosing a career in childhood development is choosing a path filled with unique rewards and fulfilling moments. This field offers a profound opportunity to make a positive impact on young lives, foster growth, and contribute to the well-being of future generations. Here are five key benefits of entering the childhood development field: Shaping young minds and futures Professionals in childhood development have the opportunity to help children learn, grow, and discover who they are. They lay the groundwork for them to understand the world, learn skills, and figure out their own identities. The ..read more

Childcare workers are central in shaping young children’s early development and well-being. They profoundly impact a child’s formative years, whether in a daycare centre, preschool, or as a nanny. To excel in this rewarding but demanding profession, one must possess unique qualities that create a nurturing and enriching environment for children to thrive. This blog explores five qualities that define a childcare worker. 1.     Patience Patience is the cornerstone of childcare. Children can be unpredictable, and their needs and behaviours vary widely. A good childcare worker remains c ..read more

As a daycare teacher, you play a crucial role in young children’s lives. You will be responsible for providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children can learn and grow. Oxbridge Academy offers various qualifications in childhood development for those interested in working in a child daycare or ECD centre, working as an au pair or starting up their daycare centre. Here is a guide to help you if you want to become a daycare teacher: Education and Training A good starting point for becoming a daycare teacher is obtaining an early childhood education qualification. You can ..read more

Working with children is a rewarding and fulfilling career, but it can also be challenging at times. As a childcare worker, you play a crucial role in shaping the lives of young children by helping them to reach their full potential. Oxbridge Academy offers Childhood Development courses through distance learning to anyone interested in joining this field. In this blog post, we’ll share five essential tips for childcare workers to help you provide the best possible care for the children in your care. 1.    Build Relationships with the Children and Their Families One of the most i ..read more

Many parents find themselves feeling like the main attraction at a bizarre circus wherein they are expected to juggle an array of cutlery and different sized balls, all while balancing on a unicycle that has a hexagonal wheel. This extreme balancing act that parents find themselves performing is one that can – and often does – adversely affect their children’s development. This is not necessarily a fault of the parents, and many do not let this happen purposefully, but the fact is that children (especially younger ones) require a lot of care, attention, and interaction. With a full-time job an ..read more

What is it like to work with children every day — not just as a nanny or an au pair, but as an ECD (Early Childhood Development) practitioner? ECD is a unique career Children do not need only to be taken care of until they are old enough to start school. The early childhood stage between birth and primary school is actually a time when children develop some of their most important cognitive abilities, attitudes, and skills. An ECD practitioner is a teacher or professional in a unique position with a unique set of skills to facilitate this process. What does an ECD practitioner do? Where a nann ..read more

On 20 November, we celebrate Universal Children’s Day. This important day recognises that children are our future, and that we should all work towards the goal of helping them to reach their full potential. Let’s explore this landmark day and how you can celebrate it.   What is Universal Children’s Day? Universal Children’s Day was established more than 60 years ago by the United Nations. The 20th of November marks an important date in history, as the UN General Assembly adopted the Declaration of the Rights of the Child on this day in 1959. Exactly 30 years later, the Assembly adopted the Con ..read more