Advocacy at C&K C&K advocates for children and families as we believe every child deserves the best start in life and access to high-quality early childhood education and care. What we advocate for Supporting our vision where every child flourishes. C&K utilises our expertise, knowledge and values to collaborate across the sector and is recognised as an influential leader in early childhood education and care. By partnering with government, value-aligned peak bodies, sector groups and unions, C&K can make meaningful contributions to policy and decisions that benefit children, families and the early childhood sector.We use our expertise to influence policy and advocate for the needs of children, families and our workforce through evidence-based practices and real-world experiences. We are proud to help shape a future where every child has access to affordable, inclusive, quality early childhood education and it is recognised and valued for its foundational role in lifelong learning and wellbeing.Our commitment to our people is unwavering - as we strive to provide great places to work and learn. How we make a difference C&K has a long history of advocating for children's needs. We share our knowledge, experience and expertise in shaping and responding to a range of policy development and government inquiries. In 2024, C&K was proud to share evidence and insights from our position as a leader in early childhood learning, that will shape the future of the sector. These included the Productivity Commission Inquiry into Universal ECEC, the Australian Consumer and Competition Commission Inquiry into Childcare, the National Early Years Strategy and Vision, the Cheaper Childcare Bill, and the Inclusion Support Program. C&K's Latest Submission C&K Submission to Consultation Regulatory Impact Statement on Growing Child Safe Organisations in Queensland C&K has a long history of and a strong commitment to upholding and strengthening child safety practices. Our employees are deeply committed to employing best practice approaches in education and the health, safety and wellbeing of the children enrolled in our centres. Read more Featured news View all Wellbeing How to keep cool with your child this summer In the first five years, children learn more quickly than at any other stage of their life. At C&K, we want your child to have every opportunity to learn through play - even during the warmer… Centre 2024 C&K Conference Highlights On Saturday 20th July, 570 members of the early childhood education sector joined us for the 2024 C&K Conference. Guided by the year’s theme – ‘Everyday Matters: For Every Child. For You. For… Centre C&K Parkhurst Childcare Centre in Rockhampton is now open! C&K Parkhurst Childcare Centre in Rockhampton opened its door to the community on Monday, 10 June 2024.After 18 months of dedication and hard work, we were thrilled to welcome our new… C&K Parkhurst Childcare Centre Parents & Guardian What to pack for childcare If you’re reading this, you are likely gearing up for your child’s first day of childcare. It’s normal for parents, caregivers and children to feel nervous about their first day, and as you start… Parents & Guardian Everything you need to know about Free Kindy About C&K's Kindergarten ProgramC&K's government-approved kindergarten program is led by university-qualified teachers for children in the year before they attend school. Children… Centre What is play-based learning? In early childhood education, one approach stands out for its unique ability to foster holistic development while keeping children engaged and enthusiastic about learning: play-based learning. At… Wellbeing Five Benefits of Swinging Swings are a childhood favourite, be it at the playground or at our C&K centres. At C&K, we encourage our children to swing, offering many opportunities for this beneficial type of play… Wellbeing How to make childcare and kindergarten drop-offs easier It can take time to adjust to a new routine, for both parents and children, whether it is the first day at kindergarten, at a childcare centre or moving to a new room. There are things that you… Parents & Guardian Five things to do before the first day of kindy Starting kindy is exciting, but it's normal for children (and their families) to feel nervous.To help make the transition to kindy a positive and calm experience, we have put together… Wellbeing C&K welcomes putting Queensland children first C&K commends Putting Queensland Kids First as a positive step forward to create a holistic early childhood development system and welcomes the Queensland Government’s announcement to…
