ACA Western Australia

06/09/2026

Proudly independent isn’t just a label. It’s the people behind the service. Across WA, independent early learning services are built around relationships — with children, families, educators and their local community.

They know their communities because they are part of them. That is what proudly local really means.

03/09/2026

Get across the detail to ensure you are upholding the Disability Standards for ECEC.

Free training on the Disability Standards is now available for the early childhood sector

The department has launched new training on the Disability Standards for Education 2005.

The Standards explain what providers need to do under the Disability Discrimination Act 1992 to support children with disability.

The training includes examples and guidance about how you can support your service provider to meet its legal obligations. The training will help educators, leaders and teachers better support children with disability to access and participate in children’s education and care on the same basis as children without disability.

By building knowledge and confidence across the sector, we're helping create more inclusive experiences for children and families.

02/09/2026

Another offer of FREE for Early Childhood Educators Day

ONLINE PD GIVEAWAY 🎁 To celebrate National Early Childhood Educators’ Day, we’re giving away free tickets to our Online Workshop “Beyond Recycling: Child-led Design & Sustainability” on 29 October You can watch live or via a recording.

➡️ To enter, complete these 3 steps by 12pm this Friday 4 September:
1. Follow Little Scientists.
2. Like this post.
3. Tag a friend in the comments.

Our Online Workshop supports educators of children aged 0–8 years to move beyond sorting waste and help children design solutions to everyday sustainability challenges through STEM-informed inquiry.

📆 Live event:
DATE: Thu 29 Oct 2026
TIME: 3-5pm (AEST), 1-3pm (AWST), 2:30-4:30pm (ACST)
WHERE: Online. Watch live or via a recording.
More info: https://tinyurl.com/ececeduday26

A big thank you to all the hard-working early childhood educators across Australia — without you, early STEM education wouldn’t be possible 💚

T&Cs: Free tickets will be given away across Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Recipients will be notified by DM by 5pm Friday 4 Sept. Recipients must register for their free ticket using the code by 5pm on 11 Sept 2026 or the free ticket will expire.

02/09/2026

02/09/2026

02/09/2026

Today, on Early Childhood Educators’ Day, we celebrate the people who make such an important difference in the lives of children and families every day.

This special message brings together voices from across the sector to recognise the skill, care, commitment and professionalism of Australia’s early childhood educators.

To every educator across Western Australia — thank you for the work you do, the relationships you build and the impact you have.

Take a moment to watch and share these messages of appreciation. 💙

🎥 Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LU_X1nd8wqM&t=10s

01/09/2026

An important update from our Early Childhood Educators’ Day Sponsor, Child Care Super:

Child Care Super is moving to Smart Future Trust, a behind-the-scenes change designed to strengthen the fund for the future. Employees will continue to be members of Child Care Super.

For service providers, the key action is to update your payroll system with Child Care Super’s new fund details for contributions made from 5 September 2026 onwards.

As am employer, click here to find out more about the change and what you need to do. 👉 https://www.childcaresuper.com.au/new-chapter

01/09/2026

TOMORROW is Wednesday 2nd September.. the day we shout out to our wonderful educators who shape little minds, spark curiosity & make learning FUN! Why not get involved and show your appreciation?

To find out more visit www.EarlyChildhoodEducatorsDay.org.au.

31/08/2026

TOMORROW Wednesday, (2nd September) - is Australia’s national celebration of Early Childhood Educators’ Day!

It’s a day to show our appreciation for the incredible work they
do every day in shaping the lives of young children and supporting their families - laying the essential groundwork for children’s future learning, development and well-being.

Let’s come together to recognise and thank our amazing early childhood educators!

To find out more visit www.EarlyChildhoodEducatorsDay.org.au.

31/08/2026

What does Australia’s early learning sector really need to deliver the best outcomes for children and families?

That’s the question behind Early Years Dialogue, a new Ticker series presented by the Australian Childcare Alliance.

In the first episode, ACA President Paul Mondo talks about the realities behind the headlines — including regulation, workforce pressures, funding, quality and the challenges facing educators and providers every day.

It’s an important conversation about making sure the voices of those working across early childhood education and care are part of the national discussion.

🎥 Watch the first episode here: https://buff.ly/cwMyshM

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