One quarter of Australian kids are ‘developmentally vulnerable’ when they start school. Quality childcare can catch them up
Ksenia Chernaya/ Pexels We know the first five years are a crucial time in a child’s life. Early experiences, such as family relationships or exposure to trauma, shape brain architecture, which lays the foundation for children’s learning, behaviour and health. Worryingly, a significant proportion of young Australians are not getting the positive early experiences they need. As of 2024, almost 25% of Australian children were identified as “developmentally vulnerable” by the time they start…
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