Over 40 Catholic school principals and playgroup coordinators gathered today at the Catholic Education Conference Centre for the first professional development day in Catholic Education SA’s Supported Playgroups in Schools program, known as SPinS. Participants came from Port Lincoln, Penola and other remote and metropolitan schools in-between.
Director of Catholic Education SA, Helen O’Brien launched the program speaking of CESA’s absolute commitment to children and their families and the importance of the SPinS program in supporting the holistic wellbeing of children.
Helen endorsed SPinS:
“This is a beautiful program which adds to our wider range of programs,” she said.
This program is offered in partnership with the Department for Education and Child Development (DECD) and is part of CESA’s initiative to expand early years services to children and their families.
SPinS is coordinated by Tina Adamo, CESA Senior Education Adviser and capably leading today’s workshop is DECD’s Jane Lemon, the founder of Learning Together and Playgroups in Schools.
Intergenerational playgroups are truly something special — an experience that enriches the lives of both the young and the older members of our community. These playgroups are more than just a space for children to play; they are a vital platform for different generations to come together, share wisdom, and build meaningful relationships.
