2025 FDC Educator Reflective Journal 

The diary for educators who want more than a diary - they want a tool for ongoing reflection. 

The story behind our journals

In 2013, we began creating reflective journals. We were frustrated with diaries that just didn't cut it, and decided to make our own. Over the last decade, we have been evolving these reflective journals in response to changes within the sector, educator feedback and our own experiences. We've heard from thousands of educators who have used the reflective journals and found them to be a game-changer when it comes to staying organised and continuing to reflect on their practice. 

Who is this reflective journal for? 

The 2025 FDC Educator Reflective Journal is designed for Family Day Care Educators

The journal includes:

• Acknowledging Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Culture through the 8 Ways (with the guidance of Uncle Wayne Anderson)
• Goals and Vision for 2025
• Reading/Watching/Listening List
  
• Professional learning record
• Professional learning notes
• Advocacy Record
• Theorist Overview
  
• Visitor Record
• Monthly Overview Page with significant dates and a monthly calendar 
• Weekly Plan Double Page - with daily space, inspirational quote, and weekly reflection questions
• Children's Care Notes
• Monthly Programming Check In
• Monthly pages for discussions with coordinator/mentor
• Monthly Reflections: Reflections on the EYLF (customised to FDC), Thinkers and Theorists, Observation Challenge and Wellbeing Prompt
• Embedding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Perspectives monthly page
• Ribbon bookmark

How do I use the journal?

We have provided a few sample pages for each journal type so that you can see the style and layout of the journals. 

This year, we are also offering every Reflective Journal owner access to a FREE Online Course which explores the importance of reflective practice, as well as practical strategies for using your Reflective Journal throughout the year. 

When will I get my order 

Every year we open up pre-orders in July/August. We commence printing in September and shipping in October. We receive thousands of orders each year, and as you can imagine, printing, binding and packing each of these orders is a HUGE task. 

Pre-orders (those ordered before 24th August 2024) will be shipped in October. After this, we will work through standard orders based on when the order was placed. You will receive a notification when your order is on its way. 

Product Details

• A4
• Printed in a combination of colour and black and white, on quality paper
• Thick, glossy front cover - featuring photography from our Reflective Journal Cover Photo Competition - with additional clear cover for strength and durability
• Thick black back cover
• Durable spiral binding
• Ribbon Bookmark
• Fully designed, printed, bound, and packaged in our Lake Macquarie office using locally sourced supplies.
• Packed and Posted in environmentally friendly packaging and a compostable satchel or recycled cardboard box for large orders.

Bulk Order Discounts

We recognise that many services wish to provide all of their team with a reflective journal. For that reason, bulk order discounts will apply. These will be automatically added to your cart during checkout.

10+ Journals = 10% Discount 

Sustainability 

We pride ourselves on making sustainable choices. This is always a work in progress though and are open to suggestions. Here's how we are making our journals more sustainable: 

• Locally sourced supplies and materials
• Recyclable pages
• Printed to order (reduces waste) 
• Packed in "ugly boxes" (recycled boxes) and compostable satchels
• Biodegradeable packing tape
• We offset our printing via Print Releaf - you can view how many trees we have replanted HERE