Publications & resources
COVID-19 & early childhood education & care
Our new report looks at the health risks posed to young children from COVID, their risk of transmitting the virus and the strategies early learning centres need to implement.
Families in eastern states pay around twice as much for preschool
Our new report maps preschool policies across Australia and found families in the eastern states paying around double than other states and territories.
Stepping up: New report maps preschool policies & progress in Australia
In the context of persistent educational inequality, this report explores preschool policies, enrolments and costs around Australia.
Preschool enrolment rates decline in the eastern states as families pay double
Many eastern state families are paying around double what families in other states and territories pay for preschool, our new report finds.
Early childhood educators are leaving in droves. Here are 3 ways to keep them & attract more
The Conversation: Childcare centres across Australia are suffering staff-shortages (exacerbated by COVID), but here's how to keep educators & attract more.
Every early childhood educator matters
It has never been so important to support Australia’s early childhood workforce. The Mitchell Institute's new report provides evidence for a new early childhood workforce strategy for Australia.
Preschool is shaping up to be a federal election issue
The Conversation: Victoria has pledged a $169.9 boost for preschool to reduce fees. It comes as there is a growing focus on early childhood education and care more broadly.
Every $1 spent on preschool will return $2
A report released last week showed quality preschool would deliver a two-for-one return on investment for Australia.
Not all children have the benefit of preschool. Here’s what can be done about that
Leading up to the election, Labor campaigned on early childhood policies, including 15 hours of funded preschool for every Australian three-year-old.
Beyond the dollars: what are the major parties really promising on education?
Around one-quarter will decide who to vote for on the day. Analysis shows climate change and the economy are foremost in voters’ minds.
Preschool is on the election agenda – here’s why it matters
Early childhood education and care barely rated a mention in the lead-up to the 2016 federal election. But the mood has changed in Canberra.
Two years of preschool could be smart booster for Australia
Providing two years of preschool for all children is one of the best investments Australia can make to boost our entire education system and secure a stronger future.