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Despite improvements to early education, more children are starting school developmentally behind. What’s going on?

So far, 2025 has been a horror year for early education and care. Much of the recent media and political coverage about childcare has focused on safety. This is understandable, given the numerous, ...
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A failure at 6? Data‑driven assessment isn’t helping young children’s learning

Children’s early years from birth to the age of eight are crucial for their social, emotional and intellectual development. However, early years education in Australia is fragmented. It operates ...
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What to look for in a high-quality early learning centre

Discover what to look for in a high-quality early learning centre. From play-based learning to school readiness, find the ...