Rapid antigen tests (RATs) is used in our Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) setting as a screening tool to protect communities from COVID-19 and minimise disruption to learning. Did you know that each WA household is eligible for free RATs and have the kit delivered to your home address from the WA government by registering online? Please go …

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On Thursday the 9th of December 2021, the children at Hammond Park Buttercups enjoyed their 1st Christmas Party since opening earlier this year. They were given lots of fun filled Christmas activities to share with their families, including; the opportunity to interact and feed a variety of farm animals from Barn Babes mobile animal farm, …

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Fun Fact: Originally Spanish paella was traditionally made by the men to give the lady of the house a day off from cooking. The below recipe is a fast and easy version of Chicken Paella that breaks all the rules but readies a delicious meal in half the time. Ingredients (Serves-4):1 cup Brown rice250g Chicken …

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Did you know in the first five years of life, a child’s brain develops more, and more rapidly, than at any other time in life? In those early years, your child’s main way of learning and developing is through play. The experiences children have in these years help shape the adults they become. While genetics …

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All our Buttercups children, from wobblers to kindies, love these delicious savoury pinwheels. It can’t be any easier than our recipe 🙂 Savoury Pinwheels (Makes 12 portions)Ingredients:2 x Puff Pastry Sheets4 Tbs Tomato Paste1 x Diced Red Capsicum2 x Diced Tomato2 Cups Grated Cheese Recipe: Preheat oven to 180’C. Spread tomato paste over a sheet …

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One of these children could be a future Olympian Congratulations to the Australian Olympic team! You make us proud to be Australian.

Buttercups Childcare & Early Learning Centres children and staff were excited to participate in National Pyjama Day. Families donated $900 and Buttercups is matching it to make a grand total of $1800. Many thanks to our families who kindly donated and to everyone for the great support extended towards this cause for Pyjama Foundation, raising …

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This is one of our children’s favourite. A great recipe to make with your children! Sugar Free Blueberry Muffins (Makes 12)Ingredients:1 3/4 Cups Wholemeal Self Raising Flour1/2 Cup Honey1 Tsp Cinnamon2 Eggs1/2 Cup Coconut Oil1 Cup Greek Yoghurt1 Tsp Vanilla extract1 Cup Blueberries Recipe: Preheat oven to 180C. In a large mixing bowl combine flour …

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On Thursday 8th July Buttercups Childcare & Early Learning held a Pyjama Day where children and educators had fun whilst learning about events in the community. Buttercups supports raising the awareness of the Pyjama Foundation, which assist children living in foster care.