Why GymbaROO BabyROO kids excel academically

Why GymbaROO kids excel academically

Babies, Parent Resources, Toddlers
GymbaROO children have skills that are a very welcome addition to classrooms around the country. Teachers tell us that not only are the children physically fit, socially adept and emotionally mature, they are ready to learn, and do so with ease and confidence. Many teachers have reported that GymbaROO children “stand out in the classroom.” What is it we do at GymbaROO that prepares children for learning and academic success? Read more...
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Storytelling – More than just telling a story

Babies, Parent Resources, Toddlers
Oral storytelling has been shown to enhance emerging literacy and language development in young children. Storytelling builds connections between the teller and listener, enhances memory, supports early literacy development and creative thinking. As a potential key to emergent literacy, oral storytelling interactions between parents and young children from birth to five years appear to be, ‘just as important as reading to children’. Read more...
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Setting up your nursery so it’s best for baby development

Babies, Parent Resources, Pregnancy
At GymbaROO we place a great deal of importance on the developmental benefits of nursery equipment. Not all nursery furniture or ‘nursery items’ are equal when it comes to developmental considerations. Sifting through the marketing spiels and drilling down to ‘what’s developmentally best for my baby’ can be hard work. The following information will make that task easier. Read more...
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Is my child’s brain the same age as he is? Neurological age versus Chronological age

Parent Resources
During my travels I meet many parents of young children and I am often asked the question: “At what age should my child start school?” To answer this question it’s important to understand the difference between chronological age and neurological age. While a child may be at the recommended chronological ‘age’ to start school, their ability to function well in the classroom is reliant on their neurological ‘stage’ of development. Dr Jane Williams writes for GymbaROO BabyROO Read more...
GymbaROO founder Margeret Sasse, winner of the ANZAC Award

GymbaROO founder Margeret Sasse: ANZAC of the Year

Babies, Parent Resources, Pregnancy, Toddlers
Margaret Sasse, the founder of GymbaROO and the daughter of an ANZAC, was announced winner of the ‘ANZAC of the Year’ and awarded the RSL ANZAC Medal, for her positive, selfless and compassionate manner of service to the community. There are very few individuals who have given as much of themselves to helping children be the best they can be as Margaret. She spent a lifetime dedicated to educating parents and helping children achieve to their potential. Read more...
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GymbaROO and you: Creating rising stars (10)

Parent Resources
GymbaROO and KindyROO kids are excelling academically, emotionally and on the sporting field. These children spent the first three or more years of their lives involved with GymbaROO. Their parents also reinforced our program at home by integrating the information and activities they had learned during classes into their daily lives. We cannot emphasise enough how much of a difference this can make to your child’s future. Read more...