CCTV cameras will be installed in childcare centres across New South Wales as part of a broader effort to strengthen child safety and accountability across the sector. These cameras will be strategically placed in shared areas such as play zones, sleep rooms, and entry points—ensuring that children's experiences and educator practices are visible and transparent.
Here's a practical educator cheat sheet tailored for writing summative assessments in early childhood settings—designed to be clear, efficient, and aligned with EYLF outcomes. The following article provides information on Structuring Your Summary, Linking to EYLF Outcomes, Prompts to Get You Started, Expanded Prompt Starters by Theme, EYLF Outcome-Based Prompt Starters, Prompt Starters For Babies, Toddlers and Preschoolers, Tips For Writing and more.
Math resources and manipulatives are powerful tools that bring abstract concepts to life for young learners. When incorporated thoughtfully into play-based environments, math manipulatives not only support EYLF outcomes but also nurture confidence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning. The following lists 10 Math Resources and Manipulatives for Children.
The Sea of Fish Challenge is a national initiative that invites children, educators, families, and communities to create and display fish artworks as a symbol of unity, culture, and respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. It’s a creative way to embed First Nations perspectives into early childhood settings. The following article provides information on the Purpose, How To Participate, Display ideas, Educator Tips and more.
The NSW Government is rolling out urgent reforms in the early childhood education and care (ECEC) sector to better protect children and rebuild trust. These reforms respond directly to an increase in safety breaches during 2024. The following article provides information on What Actions Are Being Taken, Broader Commitments, Why now and more.
Whether you are doing a Cert 3 or a Diploma traineeship or thinking about doing a traineeship it’s a good idea to understand what wages you will be receiving and the conditions of your traineeship. The following article provides information on What Is A Traineeship, The Traineeship Contract, Wages for a Trainee in Childcare, Employment Conditions for Trainees and more.
When working as a qualified Early Childhood Teacher (with a university degree) within a service, your rate of pay will come from the Educational Services Teachers Award, 2010. This Award is specifically for Early Childhood Teachers employed as the ECT in their centre.
Under the Children’s Services Award 2010, an allowance is payable to an educator formally appointed as the Educational Leader under Regulation 118 of the Education and Care Services National Regulations 2011. From 01 July, the educational leader's allowance will be paid based on the number of days per week you are appointed in the Educational Leader role.
When working as a Cert 3 Qualified Educator, your pay rate is from the Children's Services Award 2010. This Award states your minimum rate of pay based on the completion of your Cert 3 Qualification. The following will provide information for Cert 3 Education and Care Qualified Educators on minimum wages including full time and casual, job responsibilities, allowances and more.
Educational Leaders play a crucial role in their early childhood service by ensuring that the educational program aligns with best practices and supports the holistic development of children. As per the Children's Services Award, educational leaders are given a yearly allowance based on how many days they are an educational leader for and non-contact time.
When working as a Diploma Qualified Educator your pay rate is from the Children's Services Award 2010. This Award states your minimum rate of pay based on the completion of your Diploma Qualification. The following will provide information for Diploma Qualified Educators on minimum wages including full time and casual, job responsibilities and more.
