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Dean Comeau
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With a 20+ year career in education, Dean has been writing about Xplor Education’s childcare management software suite for over four years.
Articles by Dean Comeau
19 February 2026
8 min read
Navigating AI in ECEC: Building Literacy Before Implementation
by Dean Comeau
Navigating AI in early childhood education and care (ECEC) requires educators to build foundational literacy before rushing into implementation. While ….
The ECEC Financial Benchmarks You Need to Be Aware Of
by Dean Comeau
Australian ECEC services rely on Child Care Subsidy funding and steady enrolments, which makes accurate financial benchmarks critical. Staffing typically ….
Step-by-step: How to create a milestone-based summative assessment in Playground
by Dean Comeau
Milestone-based summative assessments in Xplor Education’s Playground are an effective tool for educators. These assessments help track a child’s learning ….
Three Essential Strategies to Excel in Quality Area 2.1 and Build Family Confidence through Family Engagement
by Dean Comeau
There’s been a recent heightened focus on child safety and wellbeing in ECEC services. This makes demonstrating excellence in Quality ….
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18 June 2025
5 min read
The benefits of a centralised booking manager for ECEC administrators
by Dean Comeau
Early childhood education and care (ECEC) administrators juggle numerous tasks daily, from managing bookings to handling holiday requests and waitlists. ….
How educators can use Playground Posts to enhance family engagement
by Dean Comeau
Effective communication between educators and families is essential for fostering a strong connection. It’s also critical for keeping guardians informed ….
