Australia Guide

Preschool Curriculum in Australia

Everything school owners, directors, and teachers in Australia need to know about preschool standards, licensing, funding, and choosing a curriculum that meets local requirements.

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National framework
Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) V2.0 — Belonging
Regulator
ACECQA and state/territory regulatory authorities
Age range
Birth to 5 years
Typical ratios
1:4 under-2s

Australia early learning standards

The official curriculum framework for preschools in Australia is the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) V2.0 — Belonging, Being and Becoming. Read the full standards on the official site.

IPC supports all five EYLF learning outcomes and the National Quality Standard assessment areas.

Public funding programs in Australia

Child Care Subsidy (CCS)
Federal subsidy covering up to 90% of fees for eligible families.
Universal Preschool
Government-funded 15 hours/week of preschool in the year before school.
Inclusion Support Program
Funding for educators supporting children with additional needs.

How IPC fits preschools in Australia

IPC gives Australia preschools 20,000+ ready-to-teach activities, lesson plans, parent reports, and assessment tools that map to Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) V2.0 — Belonging, Being and Becoming. Trusted by 20,000+ schools and 60,000+ teachers across 98 countries.

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Early learning centre startup guide for Australia

From licensing and ratios to choosing a preschool curriculum, our step-by-step guide covers everything you need to open a early learning centre in Australia and align it to Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) V2.0 — Belonging, Being and Becoming.

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Frequently asked questions

What preschool curriculum is required in Australia?
Australia preschools follow Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) V2.0 — Belonging, Being and Becoming. IPC supports all five EYLF learning outcomes and the National Quality Standard assessment areas.
Who licenses preschools in Australia?
ACECQA and state/territory regulatory authorities oversees early childhood settings in Australia.
What public funding is available for preschool in Australia?
Child Care Subsidy (CCS): Federal subsidy covering up to 90% of fees for eligible families. Universal Preschool: Government-funded 15 hours/week of preschool in the year before school. Inclusion Support Program: Funding for educators supporting children with additional needs.
Can IPC be used as a preschool curriculum in Australia?
Yes. IPC is trusted by 20,000+ schools across 98 countries. Activities, lesson plans, and assessments map to Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) V2.0 — Belonging, Being and Becoming.

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