early childhood education and care

A national system will be established to track the criminal history of those with a working with children check , as government commits $37m.

Childcare must be safe so women can work without fear, and national protection is overdue for every child.

Large childcare providers who breach safety requirements will face significant fines under new legislation introduced in NSW.

With a prime minister who wants to be remembered for universal childcare, early education is not just on the agenda, it is already in motion.

The Coalition would reinstate the activity test for parents looking to access early childhood education and care if it is re-elected. 

CEO of KU Children’s Services Christine Legg has been awarded the prestigious Early Childhood Australia Barbara Creaser Memorial Award

The Productivity Commission has released a report based on its inquiry into Australia’s early childhood education and care (ECEC) sector, making several recommendations to improve access for families around the country.

Early childhood educators will welcome the announcement of a 15 per cent wage rise, but they are starting from a low starting base.

Under the trial, childcare services can introduce some new offerings, like providing flexible pick up and drop off times, to help ease the accessibility issues facing parents. 

A new draft bill that would guarantee three days per week of childcare for all children aged five and under, capped at $10 per day, has been launched today.

Early childhood educators are passionate but they are leaving the sector in droves.

Childcare should be fully subsidised for three days a week for families earning up to $80,000, according to the commission.