Victorian Government is currently accepting applications for its Victorian Early Years Awards 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About Victorian Government - Victorian Early Years Awards
The Victorian Early Years Awards are an annual recognition programme delivered by the Victorian Government to celebrate excellence in the early childhood and early learning sector.They highlight individuals and organisations that deliver high-quality, innovative, and inclusive services that improve outcomes for young children.
Benefits of Victorian Government - Victorian Early Years Awards
- Winners are recognised as the best in Victoria for their category and go on to develop and share their inspiring work with their communities.
- Winners of each category will receive a grant of $15,000 for professional development or to support their nominated initiative.
- The finalists in each category are also eligible to win the prestigious Minister’s Award, selected by the Minister for Children.
Victorian Government - Victorian Early Years Awards Requirements
The awards are open to a wide range of early years stakeholders in Victoria, including:
- Early childhood education and care services
- Schools and early learning centres
- Early childhood educators and teachers
- Allied health professionals working with children
- Maternal and Child Health services
- Community playgroups and support organisations
- Early years leadership teams and coordinators
Application Date and Process
- Click on the link to the application website to apply.
Application Deadline
29 May, 2026
Opportunity Application
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