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Supporting adopted children in early childhood education and care settings
Adoption is a complex and deeply personal journey that brings unique strengths, challenges and experiences to every child and family. In early childhood education and care (ECEC) environments, educators play a critical role in supporting adopted children to feel safe, seen and included, while also partnering respectfully with families to ensure children's individual needs are met.
2025-11-24 06:30:01
by Fiona Alston
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Applications open for $40,000 Commonwealth teaching scholarships in 2026
Applications are now open for the third round of the Australian Government’s Commonwealth teaching scholarships program, which offers eligible students up to $40,000 to undertake an accredited initial teacher education (ITE) degree.
2025-11-18 07:15:47
by Fiona Alston
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Unlocking social skills, self-confidence and voice through music with hey dee ho
In the early years of children’s development, opportunities for turn-taking, role-play, and expressing a sense of self are vital. Embedding these within a rich musical framework enhances more than just the tune, it cultivates communication, resilience and a strong voice. That's where hey dee ho's innovative early childhood music program becomes a key partner for educators, service owners and families alike.
2025-11-18 07:00:30
by Fiona Alston
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Rise & Shine Kindergarten honoured with NSW Teachers’ Guild Award for Exceptional Teaching
Rise & Shine Kindergarten has made history as the first early childhood education provider to receive the Teachers’ Guild of NSW Award for Exceptional Teaching, recognised for its pioneering work in inquiry-based learning and innovation in early childhood education.
2025-11-17 07:30:38
by Fiona Alston
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Early Learning Association Australia’s Starting Out Safely Premier Road: Safety guidance for ECEC settings
For early childhood education and care (ECEC) services, ensuring children’s safety when travelling to, from and within the local environment is both a fundamental duty and an opportunity for meaningful learning. The Starting Out Safety program, provided via the website ChildRoadSafety (managed by ELAA), offers a comprehensive package of resources, professional development, policy templates and educator‑led activities built specifically for the early years.
2025-11-11 07:45:38
by Fiona Alston
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Understanding the role of the nominated supervisor: Free webinar series supports ECEC leadership
2025-11-24 06:16:20
by Fiona Alston
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NSW launches compliance blitz to enforce transparency reforms in early learning services
2025-11-24 07:30:35
by Fiona Alston
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Early help, lasting impact: the success of a Specialist Equipment Loan
2025-11-25 07:30:39
by Fiona Alston
