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The superpower of playful learning
Play is sometimes framed as less important than more formal approaches to learning. It's an idea that sits alongside the unhelpful notion that real learning begins once children transition to school. Research on brain development and how young children learn emphasises that play is a highly effective method of learning in the first five years. Play is a superpower. It affords a transformative influence on children’s learning, development and wellbeing in their formative years.
2025-08-12 08:00:40
by Fiona Alston
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Free national training launched to support allergy-safe, nutritious food in ECEC
A new online training program is now available to help long day care services across Australia safely manage food allergies while meeting children’s diverse dietary needs and maintaining high nutritional standards.
2025-08-11 09:27:40
by Fiona Alston
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600 Queensland educators to benefit from fully funded diplomas through new partnership
A new partnership between the The Fraser Foundation and the College for Australian Early Childhood Educators (CAECE) will support up to 600 diploma students each year, removing tuition costs for those from low-income and regional Queensland communities.
2025-08-08 13:00:32
by Fiona Alston
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Building confidence for sensitive child safety conversations
Child safety remains a paramount concern within early education and care. ACECQA affirms its role in supporting educators and families through clear, evidence‑based guidance designed to foster open dialogue and prevent harm.
2025-08-08 09:00:19
by Fiona Alston
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ACECQA resources:Nourishing nutrition in early childhood education and care
Nutrition is a key component of quality in early childhood education and care (ECEC) under the National Quality Framework (NQF). With many children consuming the majority of their daily food intake while attending services, ensuring food and beverages are nutritious, safe, and suited to individual needs is both a regulatory requirement and a best-practice approach to supporting children’s learning and wellbeing.
2025-08-08 08:00:50
by Fiona Alston
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Free national training launched to support allergy-safe, nutritious food in ECEC
2025-08-11 09:27:40
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Princess of Wales releases animated film series to highlight importance of early childhood
2025-08-07 11:34:45
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Sagewood Early Learning: Embedding protective education
2025-08-07 06:53:10
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