02/11/2026
Did you know there’s a quick way to sense-check and compare early learning centres in your area? 👀
It’s called the National Quality Standard (NQS) rating, and it can be a really useful place to start when you’re weighing up your options.
Early learning services across Australia are assessed against seven Quality Areas that look at the things that matter to children and families, from learning and relationships to health, safety, staffing and leadership.
So, what should you look for?
✅ Meeting NQS means a centre is providing quality education and care across all seven Quality Areas.
🌟 Exceeding NQS means a centre is going beyond the National Quality Standard across multiple areas.
Think of the NQS rating as one useful piece of the puzzle. Pair it with a centre tour, meeting the educators and getting a feel for whether the centre is the right fit for your family.
Swipe through the seven Quality Areas to see what’s assessed. 👉
Find your nearest centre: https://brnw.ch/21x6Qxs
