- Published by:
- Department of Education
- Date:
- 7 Dec 2023
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Reflections on 2023 and a look at the year to come
Thank you for your expertise, passion and commitment – you make a big difference in the lives of children and families.
Best Start, Best Life consultation report released
Find out what our extensive consultation process has told us about the key themes of the $14 billion reforms.
New program to strengthen tertiary partnerships
Supporting more students to study and become early childhood teachers and educators.
New early learning and childcare centre locations and sites confirmed
The Victorian Government has announced sites for the 10 centres that will open in 2026, along with the locations of the remaining 20 centres to open by 2028.
Celebrating the 18th annual Victorian Early Years Awards
We recognised 9 early childhood professionals and initiatives for their outstanding work to improve outcomes for young children.
Getting prepared for summer
As summer has started, please ensure that your service is monitoring any extreme weather events.
Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework revision
Attend a focus group and contribute to the framework revision. Registration closes 15 December 2023.
Early Learning Leadership Forums
Thank you to early childhood leaders who participated in 2023 Early Learning Leadership Forums. We’ll be back in 2024.
Looking back on Children’s Week
Highlights from the action-packed week, which ran from 21 to 29 October 2023.
New Certificate III Upskill Support Program helping to build careers
Eligible educators can access financial support to study a Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care in 2024.
Building and planning grants open year-round – apply now
Applications for Building Blocks Capacity Building and Planning Grants are open year-round and assessed in batches throughout the year.
New bilingual kinders for next year
Eleven new early learning services will deliver a bilingual kindergarten program from Term 1, 2024.
Kinder Kits are coming for 2024
Please reach out to Kinder Kits supplier Bao&Co if you did not receive your 2024 Kinder Kits order confirmation.
Inclusion matters
Resources are available to help services provide an inclusive environment for all children.
A new kindergarten year is on the way
Access resources to help you share information with your community, ahead of another exciting year for early childhood education in Victoria.
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