Learn about the key approval processes for early childhood education and care providers and services.
If you are planning or setting up a new service, it may be helpful to go to the Setting up a new service section that covers a range of topics to help you get started.
NQF Services
Find out about approvals for NQF providers and services.
ECS Act services
Find out about approvals for ECS Act providers and services.
Food licence
Find out about food licensing requirements for early childhood education and care services.
Building approval
Find out about the building approvals, building standards and physical environment requirements for early childhood education and care services.