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Early Childhood Australia advocates to ensure quality, social justice and equity in all issues relating to the education and care of children from birth to eight years. Social Media House Rules
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18/06/2026

Developed in collaboration with The Koori Curriculum, the Working in Intercultural Ways program supports educators to engage with cultural responsiveness and reconciliation through relational and practical perspectives.

Hear directly from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander educators through real-life case studies and diverse perspectives and explore strategies you can apply in your own setting.

This self-paced, interactive online program is suitable for educators at any stage of their cultural responsiveness and reconciliation journey.

Find out more → https://bit.ly/40OxEyT

Why Choose First Year at School? First Year at School is a vital resource for parents and carers, providing: 🔸Practical ...
18/06/2026

Why Choose First Year at School?
First Year at School is a vital resource for parents and carers, providing:
🔸Practical Tips: Actionable strategies to help children thrive.
🔸Expert Advice: Insights from seasoned educators to enhance their understanding of the school environment.
🔸Real-Life Examples: Experiences from other families and how they successfully managed this important transition.
🔸Comprehensive Coverage: Guidance on building social skills, navigating the curriculum, and managing friendships—this guide has it all!
Don't miss this opportunity! Secure your copies of First Year at School today and share it as a gift to parents and families to build a strong relationship that supports children's successful transitions. Free sample available. Shop here: https://bit.ly/3J2ADt4

17/06/2026

ECA CEO, Sam Page said, ‘We welcome the extension of the Worker Retention Payment as a positive step, bringing certainty to employers and the early childhood workforce that early childhood professionals remunerated under the Children Service Award 2010 will not go backwards. We are pleased that the Australian Government has acted. The important work of early childhood professionals is important and impactful for the children, families and communities with whom they work – properly remunerating the early childhood workforce is fundamental to a high quality early childhood sector where every young child is thriving and learning.’

Read the full media release here: https://www.earlychildhoodaustralia.org.au/advocacy/news-and-media/media/

We are excited to announce a new partnership with Red Nose, bringing together two trusted leaders in the education and c...
17/06/2026

We are excited to announce a new partnership with Red Nose, bringing together two trusted leaders in the education and care sector, committed to the health, safety and wellbeing of children and families.

Through this collaboration, we are enhancing our shared commitment to ensuring children’s health and safety by providing early childhood professionals with accessible, evidence-based and up-to-date resources and training on safe sleep practices. This partnership will support consistent, informed practices across education and care settings.

Enrol now: https://bit.ly/4osnY6O

Learn to identify children’s sensory needs and support crucial development with ECA Essentials: Sensory Development. Wit...
17/06/2026

Learn to identify children’s sensory needs and support crucial development with ECA Essentials: Sensory Development. With expert advice on how to create inclusive and responsive environments, this book is your go-to guide for planning rich sensory play experiences and building your core knowledge of the eight senses.

It includes step-by-step instructions for sensory experiences that cater to children’s unique learning goals and inspiration for quality resources to embed in your setting.

Use coupon EOFY26 to get 20% off: https://bit.ly/4a56wiY

🚨 Time is running out! Secure your seat at the 2026 ECA National Conference before earlybird registrations close on 30 J...
16/06/2026

🚨 Time is running out! Secure your seat at the 2026 ECA National Conference before earlybird registrations close on 30 June! 🚨

Take advantage of your end-of-financial-year budget and invest in this important professional development opportunity for your team. The conference brings together early childhood educators from across Australia and internationally for four days of learning and sector conversation.

👉 Register your team now https://www.ecaconference.com.au/2026/register/

📆 30 September – 3 October 2026
📍Melbourne, VIC (+ virtual)

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The last live webinar in our series, Trauma-informed practice in safeguarding, will explore how understanding the impact...
16/06/2026

The last live webinar in our series, Trauma-informed practice in safeguarding, will explore how understanding the impact of trauma can strengthen the way we support and protect children. Participants will learn how to recognise signs of trauma, respond with empathy and care, and create safe, supportive environments that prioritise children’s wellbeing.

The session will also highlight practical strategies for embedding trauma-informed approaches into everyday safeguarding practices, helping educators and professionals respond more effectively, reduce harm, and build trust with children and families.

Join Catharine, Sam Melching and Sam Dellamarta for this conversation.

👉 Click the link to register: https://bit.ly/4d65l3y
Register now to attend live or access the recording later. You will also receive recordings of the previous webinars in the safeguarding series.

🔥 50% off the Box of Provocations for Early Childhood Educators, now just $75 (was $149.95).The cards in this collection...
15/06/2026

🔥 50% off the Box of Provocations for Early Childhood Educators, now just $75 (was $149.95).

The cards in this collection are designed to spark critical reflection, discussion, debate and deeper thinking professional conversations in your team.

Organised across 10 themes, from children's agency and identity, to pedagogy, curriculum, and what it means to be a critically reflective educator, this is a resource your service will come back to again and again.

Perfect for team meetings, professional development days, or individual reflection.

👉 Grab it in our EOFY sale before 30 June: https://bit.ly/4ebZcEM

11/06/2026

Today is International Day of Play—a reminder that play is how children learn, grow and thrive. 🎉

Enhance your play-based learning approach with our:
✨ Learning Through Play Poster Bundle (Available in English, Arabic, Hindi and Simplified Chinese.)
✨ ECA Statement on Play
✨ ECA Statement on Play: Play Principles for Families, Parents and Carers
✨ ECA Statement on Play: Play Principles for Educators and Leaders

This Bundle is a comprehensive resource for educators and families to nurture creativity, social skills and wellbeing in children aged birth to eight years.

Use code EOFY26 at checkout for 20% off. Shop now: https://bit.ly/4ef5Ybg

As the end of financial year approaches, now is the time to consider how your professional learning budget can support y...
09/06/2026

As the end of financial year approaches, now is the time to consider how your professional learning budget can support your team beyond the day-to-day.

Attending the 2026 ECA National Conference is an investment in your people, your practice and the ongoing development of your team. Across three days, early childhood professionals will engage with a diverse program of speakers, research and sector insights from across Australia and internationally.

Supporting your team to attend can strengthen professional reflection, inspire new thinking and bring renewed energy back into your workplace.

Take advantage of earlybird rates before 30 June 2026 and start planning your team’s conference experience in Melbourne.

🔗 https://www.ecaconference.com.au/2026/
📅 30 September–3 October 2026
📍 Melbourne, VIC

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