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Inclusion in early childhood education: A shared responsibility
Inclusion is not an add‑on, it is central to quality education and care. Yet delivering truly inclusive early childhood environments requires more than good intentions. It demands intentional policies, professional capacity, collaboration and shared accountability across educators, leadership, families and systems.
2025-10-08 07:30:29
by Fiona Alston
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Hear Us Roar: Take your seat at the Conversation at the Moreton Bay Early Learning Conference 2025
Early childhood professionals across South East Queensland are being invited to take their seat at the conversation and “Hear Us Roar” at the Moreton Bay Early Learning Conference (MBELC), returning to UniSC Moreton on Saturday, 15 November 2025.
2025-10-08 06:39:42
by Fiona Alston
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New research explores child safety in early education and care and why culturally relevant support matters
A new collection of research insights highlights the importance of improving child safety in early education and care (ECEC), with findings from Victoria offering valuable lessons for national reforms.
2025-10-07 10:15:05
by Fiona Alston
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National child safety training in development: Sector feedback now open
A new nationally consistent child safety training program is being developed for early childhood education and care (ECEC) professionals, with sector input now being sought through a national survey and series of targeted workshops.
2025-10-07 09:13:06
by Fiona Alston
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The power of emotional intelligence in ECEC: Impacts, challenges and everyday practice
In ECEC, emotional intelligence (EI or EQ) is more than a “soft skill.” It shapes how educators relate to children, families and colleagues, how they manage stress and change, and how children learn to understand their own and others’ emotions. Cultivating EI can transform the tone, relationships and learning environment of a centre.
2025-10-03 08:00:32
by Fiona Alston
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National child safety training in development: Sector feedback now open
2025-10-07 09:13:06
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I Am Me, You Are You: Anthony Semann and Louise Dorrat release new picture book on inclusion in early learning
2025-10-02 08:00:06
by Fiona Alston
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New research explores child safety in early education and care and why culturally relevant support matters
2025-10-07 10:15:05
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