Not enough teachers: $645m ‘free kindy’ program in crisis
A crippling educator shortage is putting pressure on the rollout of the state government’s flagship free kindy program less than three months before it is due to launch.
Early Education
Shocking claims baby bashed at Brisbane childcare centre
A Brisbane family say they are taking legal action against a childcare centre, claiming their baby boy was left battered and bruised by an older child.
Full list: Queensland’s top teachers revealed
The shortlist for this year’s illustrious TEACHX Awards has been released, with finalists including a former professional soccer player, and a veteran principal at a prestigious girls schools.
Hands-on’: How kids are learning about bush tucker
From bush tucker to thriving desert vegetable gardens, the Woolworths Junior Landcare grants are boosting kids’ environmental learning in some unexpected ways.
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Full list: Qld childcare centres to close Wednesday over dispute
More than 50 Queensland childcare centres are expected to ‘shut down’ on Wednesday over a union pay dispute. SEE THE LIST
‘Second worst in world’: Lack of paid leave puts kids at risk
Aussie doctors want paid parental leave for mums to be extended, saying it’s “critical” for development. Here’s how kids are being affected.
Qld childcare centres installing hi-tech devices to stop Covid, flu
Queensland childcare centres are turning to hi-tech monitoring devices in an attempt to slow the spread of Covid and flu.
RANKED: Every Qld childcare centre from best to worst
While childcare centres across the state have improved standards since January, still just one in 10 have received a top rating. SEARCH EVERY CHILDCARE’S RATING
Children’s charity saving thousands of Qld kids
Four Queenslanders set out on a mission to help Queensland kids impacted by domestic and family violence. This is their story.
331 Qld childcares failed: State’s worst centres named
A staggering amount of childcare centres have been slapped with a fail rating following an independent audit of facilities in Queensland. It comes as 331 worst centres are named. SEE THE LIST
Sad Covid side effect hitting Aussie kids
Young Aussie kids are losing basic skills. But experts say it’s not too late to help them get back on track.
Revealed: Queensland’s best and worst suburbs for childcare
Australia’s 16,552 child care services have been rated on quality and value. See list of best and worst in Queensland.
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