The Rockliff Liberal Government is committed to giving children a great start in life and learning.
Minister for Education, Children and Youth, Roger Jaensch, said improving access to early education, regardless of where you live or family circumstances has long been a priority of this Government.
“Education is the most powerful driver for improving economic and social outcomes in Tasmania, including health, life expectancy, happiness and productivity,” Minister Jaensch said.
“That is why the Tasmanian Government is investing in a range of high quality, evidence-based programs to support young children and their families.
“To achieve our ambition for universal access to early learning in the year before kindergarten, the Government is working in partnership with Early Childhood Education and Care providers, families and the community to co-design the Early Learning for Three Year Olds initiative.
“Our Government engaged with families, service providers and community members across Tasmania in March and April this year to gain community views on what Early Learning for Three Year Olds could look like, where they live.
“I have previously announced that the West Coast Local Government area will be one of these, and today we are delighted to announce four more across Tasmania.”
The trial sites will be at:
- The East Coast covering Break O’Day and Glamorgan-Spring Bay Local Government areas
- Flinders Island and Cape Barren Island
- Bruny Island
- East Devonport
There will also be community engagement and research across Hobart and Launceston to better understand the supports and action needed for future expansion of Early Learning for Three Year Olds in these areas.
Minister Jaensch said the Government is providing access to early learning in Tasmania that is responsive to community needs.
“I look forward to providing updates as we progress towards universal access to Early Learning for Three Year Old Tasmanians,” Minister Jaensch said.
“We have a proven track record of delivering ambitious transformations to education in Tasmania.
“Every child in Tasmania has a fundamental right to learn to read, write and spell.
“Learning these skills is critical to future success in learning and life and should be guaranteed in every school and every classroom.”
