We are setting critical foundations for learning and wellbeing for every child through quality early childhood education and services.
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Kindy will be free for eligible-aged children who attend a government-approved program offering free kindy from 1 January 2024.
The department has released its regulatory priorities for 2023–25. The biennial environmental scan (eScan) shows most services are compliant with the National Quality Framework but there are always areas with room for improvement.
If you transport young children, create a life-saving routine to keep them safe. Never leave a child unattended in a vehicle, even for a moment.
ACECQA has released more information on the third round of approved regulatory changes.
Taking time every day to identify, assess, control and continuously monitor risks is vital to preventing harm and ensuring children’s health, safety and wellbeing. Read how one family day care service has built a culture of effective risk management.
Affinity Education Group Limited has been fined $35,000, after a child in the care of Milestones Early Learning The Lakes was left on the service's bus.
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