Welcome

Early Life Foundations is a not for profit organisation and research centre for children’s education and parent support. Its conception grew from the work of Kathy Walker and Associates during the late 90’s and early 2000’s. The commitment was and continues to be to work with parents and other organisations to provide an independent voice to the community about children’s education and well being. The organisation grew exponentially through community presentations, parent consultations and workshops, consultancy to schools, particularly in the area of early year’s curriculum through The Walker Learning Approach (Australian Developmental Curriculum) and assessments of children.

Recent News

Syndicate content

New parent fact now posted: How to encourage our children, not just praise them

Date: 
30 August 2010

In an age where everything seems to have to be great, fantastic and wonderful, it is important to encourage the attempt, the process, the having a go. Not always just the end point.

Keynote address in Sydney: Effective Parenting

Date: 
28 August 2010

Kathy is speaking as the Keynote speaker at the NSW Playgroup Association Conference this weekend. The title of her presentation is: Society and Childhood. The complexities and challenges.

Melbourne Herald Sun newspaper article: Are techno toys taking over?

Date: 
28 August 2010

Kathy is quoted in the Melbourne paper this weekend about the trend for techno toys and pets as opposed to real pets.

Video Library

Australian Developmental Curriculum

Australian Developmental Curriculum

The ADC is now being implemented by 1000's of schools around Australia.

2010 Professional Development

2010 Professional Development

A series of sessions specifically designed for early childhood professionals.

Parenting

Parenting

The new book by Kathy Walker

2010 Community Presentations

2010 Community Presentations

We are delighted to be offering more presentations for Parents and Staff Groups.

FREE Newsletter Signup

Sign Up ParentingQuick subscribe to receive newsletters & updates from us. No obligation, unsubscribe at any time. Sign up today to go into the draw to win a free copy of Kathy's latest book, Parenting.

If you are an existing subscriber and wish to unsubscribe please click here.

The Walker Learning Approach