With new child safety regulations having just come into effect, here’s a sector-responsive list of Quality Improvement Plan (QIP) priorities that services across Australia should consider updating immediately. These priorities align with the National Quality Standard (NQS), recent regulatory changes, and sector best practice.
A Quality Improvement Plan (QIP) in early childhood education is a structured approach to assessing and enhancing the quality of care and learning experiences provided to children. It helps childcare providers reflect on their practices, identify areas for improvement, and implement strategies to enhance outcomes.
ACECQA has developed a new interactive free online professional development course on Developing a Quality Improvement Plan. This course features a series of three e Learning modules on exploring the NQF, developing a QIP and self assessment.
As an Educator in Australia, your pay rate falls under the Children’s Services Award 2010. This award states the minimum amount that an employer can… 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
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Including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (ATSI) perspectives in the learning environment is essential for fostering cultural respect, understanding, and inclusivity. The following article provides… Read 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… Read More
The Education and Care Services National Regulations emphasize that children's individual needs, including sleep and rest, must be met. The overarching goal is to ensure… Read More
Risk assessments are a critical part of ensuring the safety and well-being of children in early learning services across Australia. They help identify potential hazards,… Read More
A Quality Improvement Plan (QIP) in early childhood education is a structured approach to assessing and enhancing the quality of care and learning experiences provided… Read More
With the new national child safety reforms kicking in on 1 September 2025, early childhood services like yours have a real opportunity to lead the… Read More
A: Dealing with negative behaviors such as passive aggressiveness, negativity, gossiping, cliques, favoritism, and a...
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A: This typically refers to opening a room or service with two educators holding Certificate...
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Sensory experiences enable children to use their senses to explore and manipulate objects.
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