Financial support to study and work in early childhood
Get help with the cost of studying or moving to a new role in early childhood. Learn about funding, scholarships and incentives available to new and existing workforce.
Support for your first 5 years
Support programs to help you in your early career, including conferences, coaching, and communities of practice.
Register with a recruiter to find early childhood jobs
Get support to find your ideal role from expert recruitment agencies.
Professional development
Find training, resources, funding and career support for early childhood teachers and educators.
Early Childhood Update
Inaugural Early Childhood Regulator appointed
The new head of Victoria’s Early Childhood Regulatory Authority starts on 1 July 2026 and will regulate more than 5,000 early childhood education and care services.
Additional year of funded kindergarten
An additional year of funded kindergarten can support children who are eligible. Learn more about the process and eligibility.
Helping children become confident road users
Learn about a program that promotes road safety education in the early years.
Bringing Change Together: First Nations professional learning
Learn how to strengthen culturally safe and inclusive practice at your service.
Strong partnerships improve kindergarten access and outcomes
How a council in Melbourne’s west used a grant to support families to register and enrol in kindergarten.
Kindergarten Sector Guide
Find key information about the Best Start, Best Life reforms and the support available to help children access and take part in kindergarten.
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