Innovative Resource

Program details:

Program description

Innovative Resource – part of Anglicare Victoria – has developed a range of colourful resources for supporting children in the early years. These resources have grown out of the strengths-based approach and reflect 5 practice principles:

• respectful relationships and responsive engagement
• equity and diversity
• partnerships with families and professionals
• high expectations for every child
• reflective practice.

The card sets, stickers, books and picture books are used to enrich conversations about 'the important stuff in life' - feelings, hopes, strengths, relationships, values, stories and goals. Special bundles of resources have been put together in relation to managing feelings, trauma-informed care, supporting parents and building relationships.

Online and face-to-face training is also available to support effective use of the resources. Kindergarten services can contact the provider to organise training sessions, which can be conducted at the service or at the provider's training site. The provider can also help to coordinate regional training to allow a group of kindergarten services to 'pool' funds and access training.

Visit the training section of the provider website for upcoming workshops.

Detailed cost

2027 and 2028 pricing

• Resources range from $14.95 (including GST) to $99 (including GST) per item. Bundles of resources are priced from $110.42 (including GST) to $297.30 (including GST).
• Group training costs range from $847 (including GST) for a 2-hour workshop to $3025 (including GST) for full day (plus travel and accommodation where required for face-to-face workshops).
• Public online training events are offered throughout the year at costs ranging from $60.50 (including GST) to $363 (including GST) per registration.
• One-to-one sessions with our training specialist are available. You can discuss how the resources can be used in your individual work environment. These one-hour sessions are delivered online at a cost $125 (including GST).

Cancellation policy

Refunds and returns for hardcopy cards sets, stickers and tactile products

Refunds are offered if any of the following conditions are met:

• the goods do not match the description in which they are sold
• the goods are not of acceptable quality (considering damage to the product or packaging, or significant marks or defects)
• the goods cannot be used as intended.

Refunds can be refused for the following reasons:

• the defective part of the product cannot be replaced (includes packaging, individual cards, stickers or defective tactile products)
• change of mind purchases.

When returning items please include a copy of the invoice and make sure the item is well wrapped/protected. All shipping and handling costs are non-refundable.

Please email photos of defective items, invoice number and a brief description to info@innovativeresources.org.

If you have any questions, please email info@innovativeresources.org.

Refunds for digital products

Digital products are non-refundable unless one of the following conditions are met:

• the goods do not match any description under which they are sold
• the goods are not of acceptable visual quality
• you are unable to download or install the product, or the product doesn’t function as intended.

Digital refunds must be requested within 7 days. You must provide evidence of technical issues or other reasons for requesting a refund. When requesting a refund please supply a copy of the invoice and supporting photos.

Payment schedule

Orders can be made via the website, email or phone. You can also purchase resources in person by appointment at our office, where all our books and card sets are on display. Please call 03 5446 0500 to book an appointment time.

Processing your order – email confirmation will be sent to you after successfully placing your order. Please keep this email as proof of purchase.

Invoices – credit invoices are available. All invoice payments are to be made within 14 days of the invoice issue date.

Please email an official Purchase Order form in PDF format to info@innovativeresources.org.

Implementation considerations

• Target population: early childhood educators, children and families.
• Program adaptability: the provider can tailor packages to suit a service's budget and specific needs, including suitable resources and workshops. Face-to-face training sessions are offered throughout the year, while online learning is also available. Some resources are available in languages other than English.
• Access considerations: Innovative Resources will travel to deliver workshops. Note that travel and accommodation costs may apply. Workshops attract a flat fee (see detailed costs above), so there is no requirement for a minimum number of participants.
• Factors to consider: face-to-face and online training is available for educators wanting support to use the resources. These resources should be implemented in line with the VEYLDF.

VEYLDF alignment

Item uses these practice principles

• Reflective practice
• Partnerships with families
• High expectations for every child
• Respectful relationships and responsive engagement
• Equity and diversity
• Assessment for learning and development
• Integrated teaching and learning approaches
• Partnerships with professionals

Item responds to these sub-outcomes

• Children become strong in their social, emotional and spiritual wellbeing
• Children take increasing responsibility for their own health and physical wellbeing