The Federal Government has announced it will provide $350 million to 39 child care training organisations across the country in a bid to improve access and reduce costs of quality child care.

 

Minister for Early Childhood Education and Child Care Kate Ellis announced the Inclusion and Professional Support Program grants, which will roll out from the start of next year.

 

“With Inclusion and Professional Support Program, all Australian Government approved child care services — regardless of location — can get professional development for staff so they can better support all the children in their care, particularly those with extra needs,” Ms Ellis said.

 

“A focus of the program is ensuring children from diverse backgrounds, including Indigenous children, children with disability and children from culturally and linguistically diverse background get the most out of, and enjoy their time in childcare.”

 

Inclusion and Professional Support Program is delivered by state and territory based Professional Support Coordinators, Indigenous Professional Support Units and Inclusion Support Agencies in 67 regions across Australia.

 

The list of successful applicants is available from: www.deewr.gov.au/Earlychildhood/IPSPapplications