Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)

The Early Years Learning Framework is a guide based on the National Quality Standards established by the Australian Government and the ACECQA: Australia Children's Education and Care Quality Authority. The Early Learning Framework highlights play-based learning to document and plan for each child's learning and growth from birth to five years of age until they transition to school. It places emphasis on children belonging, being and becoming, confident learners and creative individuals. It outlines how children can develop interests, develop their own sense of identity and self, interact and participate in everyday life and understanding of the world as a whole.

1. Outcome 1 Children have a strong identity 

2. Outcome 2 Children are well connected with and contribute to their world 

3. Outcome 3 Children have a strong sense of wellbeing 

4. Outcome 4 Children are confident and involved learners 

5. Outcome 5 Children are effective communicators

1. Quality Area 1 Educational Program and Practice

2 .Quality Area 2 Children’s Health and Safety

3. Quality Area 3 Physical Environment

4.  Quality Area 4 Staffing Arrangements

5. Quality Area 5 Relationships with children

6. Quality Area 6 Partnerships with families and communities

7. Quality Area 7 Leadership and service management

1. Secure, respectful and reciprocal relationships 

2. Partnerships

3. High expectations and equity

4. Respect for diversity

5. Ongoing learning and reflective practice

1. Adopt holistic practices 

2. Be responsive to children  

3. Plan and implement learning through play

4. Create many opportunities for intentional teaching
 

5. Create physical and social learning environments that have a positive impact on children’s learning
 

6. Value the cultural and social contexts of children and their families

7. Provide for continuity in experiences and enabling children to have successful transitions

8. Assess and monitor children’s learning to inform provision and to support children in achieving learning outcomes