Where was the child, where are they now and where are they headed? What does this child know,not in comparison with another, but simply in terms of their own growth, learning, culture and capability? THAT is meaningful assessment. (Walker K)
Welcome
Our Mission
Early Life Foundations provides expertise and support to parents, educators and other organisations to create optimal parenting, learning and educational environments for children birth to 12 years. The organisation prides itself on our knowledge base and expertise and maintaining an independent voice on the national and international stage for children’s development, teaching and learning, research and parenting.
Early Life Foundations recognises and acknowledges that to maximise opportunities for children, families and educators require information and education. Early Life Foundations reflects a family and strength based model.
Early Life Foundations is committed to the premise that enhancing opportunities in education and family life for children in their formative years helps create a strong foundation for adulthood.
Early Life Foundations is progressive, responsive and proactive in our mission towards creating a child-focused world.
Building societies of intrinsically motivated people
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12 May 2012 In all of our work with parents, children and educators, one of our key messages is intrinsic not extrinsic motivation is the key.
Our latest editorial is now out
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12 May 2012 Our latest editorial is now posted.
Naplan Week
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12 May 2012 It is worth remembering that the most meaningful assessment is not a one off test that treats everyone as if they are all the same but what teachers know about individuals.
Great WA Perth Trip
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12 May 2012 It was a delight for Kathy to be the Keynote Speaker at the EYES conference in Perth this weekend.