Australia’s early education sector has been given a huge shake-up during the COVID-19 outbreak. The Child Care Subsidy system was replaced with a Government Relief Package that provided centres with 50% direct Government funding, and eliminated the usual gap fee paid by parents. In effect, children are now getting their early education for free. But the current funding system is short term and doesn’t fit all centres. This episode, we’re going to ask the question - how do we advocate for properly-funded, permanent, universal and free early education after COVID-19?
Find the full shownotes at earlyeducationshow.com.
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BONUS: Family Matters Report 2020 (with Sue-Anne Hunter)
Early Childhood Voices Conference 2020
Can Thrive By Five change Australia’s early education sector?
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Should early education services be supporting families?
Is social media good or bad for ECEC?
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What does the history of advocacy for early education tell us about today? (with Eva Cox)
Early education is “snapping back”. What does it mean for children, educators and families?
How do families and the sector work together for a better ECEC system?
How do educators support children during times of change and uncertainty?
Why have ECEC services and schools been treated differently during the COVID-19 crisis?
How has COVID-19 changed the early education sector so far?
Did the Government just announce universal free access to ECEC in Australia?
How can we stay connected to children and families during isolation?
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