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Sector insights highlight evidence-based approaches to strengthening early childhood development
New analysis of best practice approaches in early childhood development reinforces the critical role of relationships, cultural safety and high-quality play-based learning in supporting children’s wellbeing across Australian early learning settings. Recent sector commentary has also drawn attention to the evidence guiding high-impact practice.
2025-12-11 07:15:04
by Fiona Alston
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Major NQF child safety reforms take effect ahead of further changes in early 2026
Significant legislative changes designed to strengthen child safety, accountability and workforce oversight across early childhood education and care (ECEC) services have begun rolling out nationally, following passage of the Early Childhood Legislation Amendment (Child Safety) Act 2025.
2025-12-11 06:00:36
by Fiona Alston
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NQF Annual Report 2025: Quality gains continue, but sector faces compliance pressures and persistent equity gaps
The Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) has released its ninth Annual Performance Report on the National Quality Framework (NQF), confirming the sector’s steady upward trajectory in quality while highlighting rising compliance pressures, persistent equity gaps, and a renewed national focus on safety and workforce development.
2025-12-10 07:21:19
by Fiona Alston
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Have your say: Nationwide CCTV assessment in early childhood education and care
Governments across Australia are working together to strengthen child safety and wellbeing in early childhood education and care (ECEC) settings. As part of this commitment, Education Ministers have agreed to conduct a national assessment of closed-circuit television (CCTV) use in up to 300 ECEC services across the country.
2025-12-09 08:00:40
by Fiona Alston
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Child safeguarding failures in Queensland: Key findings and reform directions from the 2025 systemic review
Before continuing to read this piece, readers should be aware that the content of this article may prove distressing, and should consider their own circumstances prior to continuing to engage. A list of support services has been provided at the conclusion of the article
2025-12-09 07:00:56
by Fiona Alston
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How one teacher is using Little J & Big Cuz to build empathy, understanding and confidence in First Nations learning
2025-12-08 07:15:19
by Fiona Alston
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A new path forward: Australia’s First Nations Education Policy emerges to reshape learning for First Nations children
2025-12-08 08:00:28
by Fiona Alston
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Child safeguarding failures in Queensland: Key findings and reform directions from the 2025 systemic review
2025-12-09 07:00:56
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