Vickids Early Learning

Early learning for Australian families

Children build their world one block at a time

Plain-English guides to how young children learn: the big teaching approaches, the frameworks behind quality care in Australia, and the kinds of play that help at each age.

Explore learning approaches What is the EYLF?
1A strong sense of identity
2Connected with their world
3A strong sense of wellbeing
4Confident, involved learners
5Effective communicators
The five learning outcomes of Australia's Early Years Learning Framework: the building blocks of the early years.

Learning approaches

Different ideas about how children learn best

Reggio Emilia

Projects grow from children's own questions.

Montessori

Hands-on materials and growing independence.

Steiner / Waldorf

Rhythm, story and imaginative play.

Play-based learning

Planned play, at the heart of the EYLF.

Nature and bush kinder

Outdoor play in all weather.

Compare them

All five side by side.

Frameworks and standards

The rules behind quality care

EYLF

The national learning framework for birth to five, with five outcomes for every child.

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National Quality Standard

Seven quality areas and the public rating every centre receives.

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Child safety

Keeping children safe

What every centre must do under Australia's strengthened 2026 child safety laws, and who to contact if you are worried.

Read the child safety guide

Programs and play

What helps children grow

Programs and their benefits

Kinder, music, languages, STEM, art and outdoor play: what each one builds.

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Good toys at every age

Simple, open-ended play ideas for ages 0 to 2, 2 to 3 and 3 to 5.

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For parents

Choosing early learning for your child?

Common questions answered, plus a calculator to estimate your Child Care Subsidy.

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