Full course description
Date and time
Wednesday 25 March 2026, 9.00 am to 11.00 am
Monday 25 May 2026, 9.00 am to 11.00 am
Thursday 30 July 2026, 9.00 am to 11.00 am
Tuesday 27 October 2026, 9.00 am to 11.00 am
Delivery mode
In person at ISV - 40 Rosslyn Street, West Melbourne
Audience
Early Childhood Teachers and Directors
Description
This network provides a valuable forum for early childhood professionals within the independent school sector to connect once each term. It offers an opportunity to exchange insights, broaden professional networks, remain informed about current trends and regulatory updates, learn from invited subject-matter experts, engage in focused discussions, and collectively support high-quality practice across the sector.
Key takeaways
- increased knowledge and ideas relevant to your role
- Strategies that can strengthen pedagogical practices
- Hear from leading experts in the field
- Enhanced practitioner and leadership network
Presenter information
Helen Schiele
Helen brings more than 38 years of experience across the education sector. She has designed and delivered professional learning in curriculum development, differentiation, professional learning communities, Cognitive Coaching, and evidence-informed literacy and numeracy practices. Before moving into primary and secondary education, Helen worked extensively as an early childhood practitioner, predominantly in low socio-economic and culturally diverse communities. She is deeply committed to the early years and to building strong foundations that recognise and value each child as a capable and unique learner. Helen holds a Master of Education (Research) and has completed her Doctoral studies.