Victoria - Early Childhood Education
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- Early childhood intervention
- Early childhood resources for education providers
- Early childhood support and services for families
- NDIS supports
- Support for Indigenous Australians
- Support for new migrants
Early childhood intervention
Autism Connect - National autism helpline
Autism Connect is a free, national autism helpline, providing information to support autistic people, their families and carers, health professionals, researchers, teachers, employers and the broader community. Find out how Autism Connect can help you
Early Childhood Australia – learning about early childhood intervention
Early Childhood Australia (ECA) has developed resources and information to support you to make sure that your child with disability is fully included in early childhood education and care. Get resources and information on early childhood education and care
Early Childhood Intervention Australia – intervention services
You can find information and resources on infants and young children with disability on the Early Childhood Intervention Australia (ECIA) website. Find out what early childhood intervention can do for children with disability
Inclusion Support Program
The Inclusion Support Program (ISP) supports children with disability and special needs learn with their peers. You can also access ISP supports as a parent or carer for support with your daily activities like work or study. Discover how inclusive learning can be part of early childhood education
National Disability Insurance Scheme – early childhood intervention partners
If your child has a disability and is aged 0 to 6 you may be able to access the early childhood intervention (ECI) partners services under the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). You can call the NDIS on 1800 800 110. Get help to understand how the NDIS supports the Early Childhood Early Intervention approach
Talking about the important stuff!
Two Way Street has online training and resources for children with complex communication needs to help improve their well-being. Find out more about the training and resources
Early childhood resources for education providers
Inclusion Support Program
The Inclusion Support Program (ISP) supports children with disability to learn, play and grow with their peers. The ISP is part of the Child Care Safety Net and Child Care Package, your local Early Childhood Education Centre can also give you more information about accessing this support. Find out about the types of support an Early Childhood Education Centre can access
National Disability Insurance Scheme – education for service providers
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) supports organisations who deliver services to NDIS participants, you can access information about the scheme online. Find information and guidelines for service providers Get the facts on the education systems fund and what the NDIS supports
National Quality Framework
You can access resources and services about the early childhood education sector and National Quality Framework on the Australian Children's Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA) website. Connect with the regulatory authority in your state or territory
Reimagine Australia – statement on early childhood intervention
Early Childhood Australia and Early Childhood Intervention Australia offer a joint statement on their position that you can access on their website. The statement calls for children with a disability to be included fully, so they can achieve high quality outcomes. You may want to share the statement with your school or care centre, to start a conversation about your child's needs. Read the statement on including children with disability in early childhood education and care
Early childhood support and services for families
AllPlay Learn
If your child has a disability or developmental challenges AllPlay Learn can support you with information and resources for parents, children, teachers and the community. Visit the AllPlay Learn website to find out more
Association for children with a disability
The Association for children with a disability provides a support line, workshops, information and resources to assist children with a disability and their families with early intervention and access to schools.Find out more about the Association for children with a disability
Australian Parenting Website
The Australian Government website raisingchildren.net.au may be helpful if you are looking for parenting resources. On the website you will find a guide to disabilities, links to services and many other resources for families. Watch videos that will help you to understand how the NDIS works Learn more about the education rights of children with disability
Inclusion - Project Kulanu
This program provides a range of Jewish educational resources and services to families with children living with Autism or disabilities. Find out what resources are available
Inclusion Support Program
The Inclusion Support Program (ISP) supports children with disability and special needs learn with their peers. You can also access ISP supports as a parent or carer for support with your daily activities like work or study. Discover how inclusive learning can be part of early childhood education
National Disability Insurance Scheme – step-by-step early childhood intervention
If your child has a disability and is aged 0 to 6 you may be able to access the early childhood intervention (ECI) step-by-step early childhood intervention under the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). You can call the NDIS on 1800 800 110. Follow a step-by-step guide to how the NDIS supports the ECEI approach Look for an early childhood partner in your area to get assessment for your child
Raising Children Network
There is a range of online resources available to support parents and families of children with disability. These resources include a guide to disability, NDIS, family life, mental health and supports available to you. Find out more about resources available to you
Reimagine Australia – family support
Quality early childhood intervention (ECI) can help your child to develop important skills and take part in everyday activities with your family or community. Learn how Early Childhood Intervention services can support families of children with disability
Support for children with additional needs in early childhood
If your child has a disability or additional needs, they may be able to access extra support from early childhood services, childcare and kindergarten. Find out more information on what support is available
Victorian Department of Education and Training
The Victorian Government website provides information and services for families of children living with disability and additional needs. They may also be able to provide you with extra support for children with additional needs in early childhood. Find out about Victorian Government early childhood support
Toy Libraries Australia
You can borrow from a vast array of well-made toys that have been designed to support your child’s skill development and imagination. Toy libraries aim to support families and encourage togetherness with quality time spent playing with children. Find out more about a toy library in your area
NDIS supports
Local Area Coordinators (LACs)
If you are aged 7 and above, Local Area Coordinators (LACs) can link you to the NDIS and to mainstream and community supports in your area. You can ask your LAC about the supports available in your community, even if you're not eligible for an NDIS support plan. Find out more about how a Local Area Coordinator may be able to assist you
Support for Indigenous Australians
Education programs for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders
The National Indigenous Australians Agency provides expert policy leadership and advice on issues, initiatives and programs with the aim of improving Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander education outcomes. Find out more about education and training for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders
Support for new migrants
The Australian Education System
Information for new migrants about the education system in Australia.
Find out more about education and training in Australia for new migrants
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