The National Quality Framework includes two approved learning frameworks that support and promote children’s learning.
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Approved learning frameworks
Learning frameworks guide early childhood teachers and educators in the design, delivery and evaluation of quality learning and development. There are two nationally approved learning frameworks:
- Belonging, Being and Becoming, for children aged 0 to 5
- My Time, Our Place, for school-aged children.
Both frameworks are available on the ACECQA website.
Updated frameworks
Both frameworks were updated in early 2023. Throughout 2023, providers, services and educators can familiarise themselves with updated frameworks. They can also start incorporating them into program and practice. The updated frameworks will become mandatory in early 2024.
- download the updated frameworks
- read detailed information about the updates
- find out more about the transition process
- find out more about assessment and ratings.
Birth to five years
Belonging, Being & Becoming: The Early Years Learning Framework is a guide to supporting and nurturing children’s learning from birth to 5 years, including the transition to school.
The frameworks were developed by the Australian Government in consultation with:
- state and territory governments
- the early childhood education and care sector
- academics.
Services are encouraged to develop their own strategies to meet the framework’s objectives.
Access the Early Years Learning Framework in 12 languages other than English.
Resources for educators
ACECQA has resources help educators implement the Early Years Learning Framework.
Resources for families
The Families’ Guide to the Early Years Learning Framework can help families understand the framework.
Access the Families’ Guide to the Early Years Learning Framework in 20 languages other than English.
School-age children
My Time, Our Place: The Framework for School Age Care is a guide to help services develop opportunities for school-age children.
Resources for educators
ACECQA has resources help educators implement the Early Years Learning Framework.
Resources for families
The Families' Guide to the Framework for School Age Care can help families understand the framework.
Access the Families’ Guide to the Framework for School Age Care in 20 languages other than English.