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Strengthening child safety: First Academy unites educators, families, and community
Child safety has long been a central focus at First Academy Early Education Service in Girraween. The recent legislative changes and extensive media coverage surrounding child safety, particularly cases of child sexual abuse have heightened the responsibility placed on early childhood services across Australia. In response, First Academy has taken a proactive and community-driven approach to ensuring children experience safer, more supportive environments.
2025-11-20 08:00:00
by Fiona Alston
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Pilot supports smooth transitions to school for children with severe disability
The Queensland Department of Education has introduced the Enrolment Navigator Pilot, aimed at supporting families of children with severe disabilities as they transition to Prep at state schools.
2025-11-20 07:30:51
by Fiona Alston
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Free health screening initiative for early years: Healthy Kindy Kids
The Queensland Government program, Healthy Kindy Kids, is being rolled out to support children in approved kindergarten programs across the State through free on‑site health and developmental checks.
2025-11-20 07:15:28
by Fiona Alston
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Look Before You Lock: resources to support family safety in and around vehicles
With summer temperatures rising, early childhood education and care services are being reminded of the critical role they play in promoting vehicle safety, particularly the risk of leaving children unattended in cars. New family resources are now available to support this life-saving message.
2025-11-19 07:01:09
by Fiona Alston
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A new chapter for early literacy: the next phase of the Better Beginnings program
Celebrating 20 years of service across Western Australia, the long‑running Better Beginnings program is entering a refreshed phase, offering updated resources, simplified delivery and greater reach for young children and their families.
2025-11-19 06:50:09
by Fiona Alston
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COVID‑19 pandemic linked to increased language delays in early childhood, Turkish study finds
2025-11-17 07:45:25
by Fiona Alston
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A new chapter for early literacy: the next phase of the Better Beginnings program
2025-11-19 06:50:09
by Fiona Alston
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$20 million for childhood mental health research as MRFF extends second grant program
2025-11-14 10:01:41
by Jason Roberts
