The Early Childhood Education and Care (Strengthening Regulation of Early Education) Bill 2025 amends the A New Tax System (Family Assistance) (Administration) Act 1999 to implement measures aimed at improving quality and safety in the early childhood education and care sector. This paper sets out the purpose of the Bill, the background, government responsibilities, key...

The quarterly snapshot is the 50th national report on children’s education and care services operating under Australia's National Quality Framework. It provides analysis and information on the profile of the sector and the quality ratings of services against the National Quality Standard. The report is accompanied by an interactive online version of the snapshot.

Following the publication of the Review of Child Safety Arrangements (CSR) under the National Quality Framework, Education Ministers agreed to the implementation of recommendations. This consultation review considers the potential impact of several recommendations arising from the CSR, including regulatory and non-regulatory options to achieving each recommendation’s intended outcome.

This practice guide draws on research evidence to summarise the factors that encourage or hinder playgroup participation. It provides practical recommendations for practitioners and other professionals working with young children and their families to support playgroup participation.

This audit reviewed the effectiveness of the management and oversight of compliance activities within Child Care Subsidy (CCS) by the Department of Education and Services Australia. It found the Department’s oversight of CCS compliance activities in Services Australia is not sufficient. Deficiencies were identified in monitoring and enforcement arrangements. The report made seven recommendations for...