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. 50 successful applicants will receive a 12-month KIDDO membership, starter pack of equipment (worth over $500), KIDDO demonstration session at your service and support 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.
KIDDO Equipment Starter Kit worth $500.
Workshops and/or demonstration sessions at your service - Includes one-on-one sessions with Education Leaders or Early Childhood Teachers (conditions apply for regional services).
4 free tickets to the KIDDO ECEC Conference in 2025
Personalised support - Email, telephone, and in-person support (conditions apply for regional services) for utilizing 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 45-minute introductory webinar.
Complete online professional development - At least four staff to complete the online Certificate of Physical Literacy over the scholarship period
Co-contribution of $100 - As a sign of your commitment to this opportunity we are asking interested services to contribute $100, while receiving over $2000 of value in return. If this is a barrier to your serivce's participation but you are still fully committed to embedding KIDDO in your service, please get in touch.
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 kate.hopkins@uwa.edu.au or 6488 1378 if you have any questions.
This project is proudly supported by Healthway.
