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

Child climbing on a rope climb

Draft National Care and Support Economy Strategy 2023

Investing in a sustainable ECEC sector is an investment in our current and future prosperity as a nation.
Three school age children running to the playground

Education and care – Fit for future

Recent years have exposed the fault lines in Australia’s education and care (E&C) system. Now is the time for a
Children playing hopscotch in the school yard

Senate Select Committee on Work and Care

The capacity for parents to work is highly dependent on access to education and care. Families need to be able