

Across early childhood services, themed days like Pyjama Day are often introduced to create excitement, foster community, and engage children in playful experiences.
This three-part foundational webinar series, from TAFE NSW, presented by Josh Brown, a proud Worimi man and co-founder of Deadly Ed, empowers early childhood educators and teachers to confidently and respectfully embed culturally authentic Aboriginal perspectives into their everyday teaching.
Aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), participants will build confidence in selecting, using, and advocating for authentic Aboriginal resources in their everyday teaching practice.
On Wednesday, 27 May 2026 at 12:00 pm AEST, children across Australia will join together for National Simultaneous Storytime, a beloved annual event that celebrates the joy of reading. This year’s book, Luna Roo: The Kangaroo Baller by Adam Jackson and Adrian Lloyd, illustrated by Jake A. Minton, invites children into a playful world of courage, teamwork, and resilience.
Join Dr. Mary Anne Hall, from EPEC Education, for a FREE webinar as she breaks down the new inappropriate conduct offense. Exploring how this requirement can be embedded in your workplace and be used as a tool to protect children from harm, abuse, and neglect.
ACECQA has launched a new Introduction to Inclusive Practice e-learning module in 2026, designed to strengthen educators’ confidence and skills in creating inclusive environments across early childhood education and care services. This free, self-paced course is a practical professional development opportunity aligned with the National Quality Framework.
March is a month rich with cultural celebrations, awareness campaigns, and opportunities to connect with community. From International Women’s Day to Earth Hour, this calendar highlights events that inspire reflection, joy, and action. Whether you’re promoting inclusion, celebrating traditions, or encouraging sustainability, March offers something for everyone.
Explore the responsibilities, legal obligations, and best practices of the nominated supervisor ECEC with this three-part webinar series presented by Victoria McDowell and Meray Parsons from Gowrie NSW.
The following lists cultural and special events that are taking place from January to December 2026. This should help you plan and organise upcoming events and celebrations in 2026.
Australian Food Safety Week offers a vital opportunity to embed safe food practices into early learning environments. This year’s theme invites educators and children to explore common food safety myths and build lifelong habits through play, storytelling, and hands-on experiences.
This foundation course is a 2-part series, provided by Early Childhood Australia, that develops an understanding of the meaning of children’s behavior, which will in turn support educators in developing strategies and teaching techniques unique for each individual child, with the overall aim of empowering children to take control.
The Children’s Services Award introduces a streamlined classification system and updated pay rates designed to better recognise the skills, qualifications, and responsibilities of early childhood… Read More
The Children’s Services Award has 8 clear levels. These levels make it easier to understand where you fit, based on your experience, qualifications, and responsibilities.… Read 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… Read More
Diploma-qualified educators play a vital role in early childhood services, taking on responsibilities that range from supporting children’s learning and development to leading rooms and… Read More
Certificate III qualified educators form the backbone of early childhood services, providing essential care and learning support for children across all settings. Their wages under… Read More
Early Childhood Teachers (ECTs) play a vital role in leading curriculum and pedagogy in early learning settings. Regulation 272 of the Education and Care Services… Read More
Children need safe and positive environments to learn and grow. To ensure this, services and educators need to ensure effective supervision at all times. The… Read More
Floorbook is a documentation approach that uses a large book with blank pages for children to record different aspects of their learning in small groups… Read More
When an Educator is not performing their tasks or responsibilities at best practice, these issues need to be addressed for the Educator to understand where… Read More
Educators can maximise tax deductions by claiming classroom supplies, training, union fees, and home office costs this financial year.
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