Early Childhood Update - April 2024

• Cultural Diversity Week and talking enrolments ahead of next year

  Helping communities across the state to better understand the benefits of kindergarten.

• Expanded interpreting and translation services

  We have expanded free translation and interpreting services to help engage with more families.

• Community outreach initiative success

  Helping more children from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds access kindergarten.

• Resources to support cultural safety for Koorie children and families

  Access resources to support a welcoming environment for Koorie families at your service.

• New translated Child Information Sharing Scheme resources

  Access fact sheets for parents and carers in 20 languages.

• Foundation (Prep) 2025 enrolments open in Term 2, 2024

  Access primary school enrolment information and share with families and your community from Monday 15 April.

• Premiers’ Reading Challenge 2024

  Share information with families to help children explore, learn and enjoy the world through reading.

• National Workforce Census

  Register by 26 April 2024 to take part in the census and shape policy directions for the sector.

• Respectful Relationships program for early childhood educators

  Build your capacity to support children to develop resilience, confidence and respectful relationships.

• Early Years Assessment and Learning Tool update

  Enabling early childhood teachers and educators to make consistent observations and assessments of children’s learning.

• Share your inspiring early childhood education stories

  Calling early childhood teachers and educators! Help us highlight and celebrate the great work you do.

• Toy Library Grants Program recipients announced

  Toy libraries across the state to provide more families with access to high-quality educational toys and equipment.

Updated 5 April 2024