Amplifying Quality Education & Care

CELA is a peak body for Australia’s early childhood education sector. We are a not-for-profit, member-funded organisation, representing and advocating for community managed and small provider early childhood education and care services. We support over 27,000 early education professionals with resources, consultancy, advocacy, training, events, and our 1800 support line.

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WORKFORCE

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We have nearly 100 job postings on the CELA job board. Take a look - and don't forget that CELA members can post to the board if you have vacancies.  

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A free online NSW professional learning opportunity. Unpacking Self-Assessment and Quality Improvement – tools, tips and information to support effective continuous improvement. 

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Keep up to date with our latest advocacy focus, meetings and wins. Find out who we shared your views with, who we collaborated with and what we consulted on.

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Guild Early Learning (GEL) is Workers Compensation specifically developed for childcare, preschool and kindergarten centres in NSW.

To learn more about GEL and how it can help protect your business and staff’s wellbeing, call 1800 810 213 or visit guildinsurance.com.au/GEL

Amplify! Blog

By CELA 22 May, 2023

Time for a new vision: CELA’s submission to the Early Childhood Education and Care Productivity Commission inquiry

The Early Education and Care Productivity Commission inquiry examines the early childhood education and care (ECEC) sector. The Commission will consider cost and availability barriers that affect access to ECEC services, and ways to support better outcomes for children and families.  

Read CELA's executive summary and download a copy of our submission.  

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