Would you like a FREE 12-month KIDDO Membership plus a starter set of equipment for your ECEC service?
With the support of Healthway we are thrilled to offer Early Childhood Education and Care services in Western Australia the opportunity to apply for a Healthway scholarship worth over $2000! 50 successful services will receive a 12-month KIDDO membership, starter pack of equipment (worth over $250), online and/or face-to-face workshops, demonstration sessions, webinars and access to all KIDDO online resources and training for your staff to implement the program.
Eligibility
We are looking for ECEC services in under-resourced areas, with culturally and linguistically diverse populations and/or in regional or remote Western Australia.
The KIDDO Healthway Scholarship is open to:
Long hours day care services
Family day care services
Community kindergartens
Child and parent centres
Places are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
What the KIDDO team will provide
12 months membership to KIDDO - Includes access for all staff, programming resources, activity plans for an engaging and effective 0-5 learning program, and access to the KIDDO Parent Hub for families at your service. Worth over $500.
KIDDO Equipment Starter Kit worth $250
Access to KIDDO online and/or face-to-face workshops, demonstration sessions and webinars
Personalised support - Email, telephone, and in-person support (conditions apply) for utilising KIDDO in programming and planning.
What do participating services need to do?
To help ensure your service makes the most of this incredible opportunity we will request that you complete the below steps:
Nominate 2 KIDDO Champions - At least one must be a Centre Director, Education Leader, or Early Childhood Teacher to oversee the KIDDO program implementation.
Attend a brief introductory webinar - two staff (your KIDDO champions) to attend a 30-minute introductory webinar.
Complete online professional development - At least four staff to complete the online Certificate of Physical Literacy over the scholarship period
Eligibility
We are looking for ECEC services in under-resourced areas, with culturally and linguistically diverse populations and/or in regional or remote Western Australia.
The KIDDO Healthway Scholarship is open to:
Long hours day care services
Family day care services
Community kindergartens
Child and parent centres
Places are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is KIDDO?
KIDDO is a program developed by UWA to translate the latest research in gross motor skills and physical literacy into practical programs and resources for educators. Physical literacy involves developing the skills, confidence, motivation, and knowledge for children to be active throughout their lives. This program significantly impacts children's physical health, gross motor skills, and confidence in a sustainable manner.
How Can KIDDO Be Used in My Service?
Over 140 fun, simple activities - For birth to 5 years, searchable by age and skill, with no fancy equipment required.
Ready-made teaching and learning experiences
Track and share children's physical development - With parents using our Milestone Tracker.
Professional development - Upskill educators with online and in-person training.
Build educator confidence - With skill-teaching tips and demonstration videos.
Excited as much as we are about this fantastic opportunity?
Feel free to contact julia.andrew@uwa.edu.au or 6488 1181 if you have any questions.
This project is proudly supported by Healthway.
