Types of early childhood services
Long day care
Parents can find out what long day care services offer, how to access them, how they are regulated and how to pick the right provider for their child.
Family day care
Parents can find out the services family day care centres offer, how to find their local centre, how to prepare for their child’s first day and who to contact for more information.
Kindergarten
Parents can find out the services and programs offered by kindergartens, how to find one, how to prepare for their child’s first day and who to contact for more information.
Nannies and babysitters
Advice for parents on how to choose a nanny or babysitter, what to look for, how to complete a police check and blue card check and who to contact for more information.
Occasional and casual care options
Parents and carers can find out about different occasional and casual care options, what services they offer, how to find a service, and who to contact for more information.
Before and after school care
Outside school hours care services provide care for school children before school, after school and/or during school holidays and student free days.