Families Deserve Quality Child Care and Education

“We know that good quality early child care and education sets the right foundation for children's further development," said Independent Education Union (IEU) Assistant Federal Secretary Chris Watt.

“Today’s announcements by Kevin Rudd and Jenny Macklin in respect of quality standards and support for child care educators are welcomed by the IEU” he said.

"Extensive research has demonstrated the value of early childhood education, that effective schooling cannot be developed in isolation, that early childhood education is important for subsequent success and schooling should build on the influential pre-school years," said Mr Watt.

"We know that good quality early child care and education sets the right foundation for children's further development."

“Well trained, well resourced and well supported child care educators are central to this formula” he said.

The IEU believes that early childhood education and child care services play a crucial role in supplementing parental care, promoting children's social, cognitive and personal development. This role is vital in enabling parents to participate in employment, education and training.

Consequently, the IEU believes access to good quality care is a priority for families combining employment and family responsibilities.

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Chris Watt

Assistant Federal Secretary

Ph: (02) 6273 3107

0419 259 143