Skip to main content
(03) 9576 7000

IHC Educational Planner

Educator Details

Educator First Name*
Please enter educator's first name.
Please enter educator's first name.
Educator Last Name*
Please enter educator's last name.
Please enter educator's last name.
Educator Email*
Please enter educator's email.
Please enter educator's email.

Client Details

Client First Name*
Please enter parent/guardian's first name.
Please enter parent/guardian's first name.
Client Last Name*
Please enter parent/guardian's last name.
Please enter parent/guardian's last name.
Client Email*
Please enter parent/guardian's email.
Please enter parent/guardian's email.

Our Promise

In line with the Early Years Learning Framework, Belonging, Being & Becoming, My Time, Our Place and the Early Childhood Australia Code of Ethics, Australia’s Leading Home Care Agency supports Educators to provide care that engages all children in learning that promotes confident and creative individuals and successful lifelong learners, helping them to be active and informed members of their communities.
We are committed to building secure, respectful, and reciprocal relationships and partnerships that respect diversity, equity, inclusion, reflection and collaboration to maintain the rights and dignity of children, families, colleagues and communities.

With each of the below outcomes in mind please create your CHILD PLAN

Create Planner below

As part of the delivery of the IHC program you are required to set relevant goals for each child based on the Early Learning Years Framework.
Whilst keeping in mind, our company promise, the ages, developmental stages, specific needs or preferences unique to the children in your care, please chat with the family about what goals and focuses they would like you to include, along with your own personal observations about key skills and development opportunities you think will benefit the child’s growth and learning.
It should only take about 30 minutes, please complete whilst the children are either asleep or having independent play time.
Don’t forget that you will find many other fabulous resources in the CARER PORTAL.
Child's Name*
Please enter child's name.
Please enter child's name.
Highlight the child’s individual strengths, ideas, core values, abilities and interests that you have recognised*
Please enter details.
Please enter details.
Learning opportunities, goals or skills would you like the child to experience this period*
Please enter details.
Please enter details.
How will you purposefully support the child to achieve the skills or goals using a child centred approach?
Please enter details.
Please enter details.
What locations / environments will be attended to help achieve the skills or goals?
Please enter details.
Please enter details.
What tools or resources would you require the family to provide to support the child’s attainment of these skills?
Please enter details.
Please enter details.
What therapies, external activities, appointments or supports will you assist the child to engage in?
Please enter details.
Please enter details.
Reflective notes and evaluation of the child’s learning and development last period
Please enter details.
Please enter details.

ADD CHILD

Are there any Family Centred Educational Opportunities, that you will work with ALL members of the Family on? e.g. manners, kitchen cleanliness, setting the table, washing and changing bed linen etc.
Field is required!
Field is required!
Please upload any relevant files
Upload your documents...
Field is required!
Field is required!
Are you ONLY submitting IHC Start and Finish Times in Harmony, where BOTH a child and educator are physically present in the session of care?*
Field is required!
Field is required!

Lawful Obligations - Timesheet Accuracy

It is an offence under Family Assistance Law to provide false or misleading information. Please refer to the Timesheet Tab in both the Client and Carer Portal. See below just 2 of the 9 obligations.

• The Educator and Family have agreed to ensure that all information they provide in connection with the activity is truthful and accurate, including in relation to booked Sessions/Periods of Care. It is a legal requirement for Families and Educators to record, electronically approve and electronically submit accurately recorded sessions of care through the Harmony Software package.

• Session times recorded, approved and submitted by Families and Educators represent attendance of a child and where an educator is actually present. Educators and Families will not record, electronically approve or electronically submit sessions/hours where a child or educator is not present.

I confirm I have read and understand my Lawful Obligations - Timesheet Accuracy
Field is required!
Field is required!

Age-Appropriate Conversations: Supporting Healthy Communication with Children

At ALHCA, we believe that the way we speak with and around children shapes how they see the world — and themselves. That’s why it’s important to tailor our conversations to suit their age and stage of development.

Babies and Toddlers (0–3 years)

• Keep it simple and warm – Short, clear sentences help them connect language with meaning.

• Label feelings – “You’re feeling sad because your toy is gone” helps build emotional literacy.

• Avoid adult conversations around them – Even little ears pick up on tone, tension, and distressing topics

Preschoolers (3–5 years)

• Use honest but gentle language – Keep answers truthful but brief, e.g. Instead of: “Don’t worry about it.”, Try: “That’s something for adults to think about. You’re safe, and we’ll take care of it.”

• Be mindful of adult topics – Avoid discussing finances, family conflict, or world events in earshot.

• Offer reassurance – Preschoolers can misinterpret information, so repeat calming messages.

School-Aged Children (5–12 years)

• Let them ask questions – Give clear, age-appropriate answers and ask what they’ve heard or understood.

• Include them in family plans when appropriate – They feel secure knowing what’s happening next.

• Be clear about boundaries – Explain what’s appropriate for them to know.

Why This Matters

Children can become confused or anxious when they hear adult conversations or emotionally charged topics they don’t understand. These might include:

- Relationship issues

- Financial hardship

- Illness, death, or trauma

- Workplace stress or job loss

Even if children don't fully understand the words, they notice tone, body language, and emotional tension. This can leave them feeling worried, overwhelmed, or unsafe — even when no one intended to cause harm.

Let’s Work Together

Whether you're a family member or educator, you're part of a child's safe world. Creating consistent, calm, and age-appropriate communication helps children:

- Build trust

- Understand their emotions

- Feel protected and supported

- Grow into thoughtful, resilient young people

If you ever have questions about what to say or how to handle a tricky conversation, please reach out. We're here to support you.

Top 5 Do’s and Dont’s

Do’s

1. Keep your language simple and kind.

2. Let children ask questions, and answer them calmly.

3. Use age-appropriate examples to explain things.

4. Reassure them they are safe and cared for.

5. Check in with how they’re feeling about what they heard.

Don’ts

1. Don’t overshare adult concerns or responsibilities.

2. Don’t assume they don’t understand — they notice more than we think.

3. Don’t discuss complex topics when children are in the room, even if they’re playing.

4. Don’t dismiss their questions — even tough ones deserve gentle responses.

5. Don’t ignore signs of distress — listen, comfort, and seek help if needed.

Visual Cue Examples

Consider using visuals such as:

• A 'Feelings Chart' to help children identify and name their emotions.

• A picture book that explains family routines or changes in simple terms.

• A visual schedule for transitions and routines.

I confirm I have read the information on Age-Appropriate Conversations
Field is required!
Field is required!

FEEDBACK FOR US

We are about to redesign this form, what changes would you like to see to improve it?
Field is required!
Field is required!
Submit