Preparing for child care

Guidance on the National Quality Framework system, which is used to measure and rate the quality of early childhood services.

Most services for children are regulated to make sure children are protected from harm and have the best chances for learning and development.

Everyday activities can be fun learning opportunities.

This page includes tips on how to help build your child's skills in speaking, listening, reading and writing.

​​​​​This page includes tips on how to build your child's skills in maths and numeracy through everyday situations.

Visit the raising children website to access playing, reading, and singing activity ideas for 3-12 month old babies that families can do at home to support their child's learning and development.