Research and submissions
We undertake research and submissions to progress towards our vision for education and care
Our advocacy is always informed by evidence. We conduct research into the evolving needs of the early childhood and OSHC sector, children and families. This knowledge – combined with best-practice evidence, member voices and on-the-ground observations – drives our submissions to governments.Key
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Economic Reform Roundtable
Our joint submission with CELA makes the case to put investment in inclusion and growing quality community services at the
Urgent quality and safety reforms – state and federal announcements
The past few weeks have been an incredibly challenging time for everyone working in education and care. Community Child Care
Response to the National Child Safety Review Consultation Regulation Impact Statement
Child Safety Review The CCC and CELA submission was provided on the 11th June 2025 in response to Consultation Regulation
A plan to deliver safe high quality education and care services for all children
It Takes A Village and Community Early Learning Australia have written to the Prime Minister with an actionable effective plan
2025 federal pre-budget submission
Explore our plan to deliver the Prime Minister’s vision for early education and care in the 2025 Federal Budget.
Inclusion Support in Victoria – Needs and Outcomes, 2024
This document illustrates the growing need for services, the lack of resources to address the inclusion needs, and the positive
Inclusion in early education and OSHC in Victoria
This report on inclusion in early learning and OSHC reveals that inclusion is tracking backward for children in regional areas
Productivity Commission – ECEC inquiry draft report
This inquiry will shape the direction of the education and care sector for the next decade. The direction needs to
2024-25 pre-budget submission
This inquiry will shape the direction of the education and care sector for the next decade. The direction needs to
ACCC Childcare Inquiry – September interim report
ITAV and CELA welcome the draft findings and recommendations of the ACCC September interim report as part of the 2023