The Early Learning Association Australia (ELAA) is an independent, not-for-profit, peak membership body providing management advice and support to not-for-profit early childhood education and care services.
Formed in 1991, our vision is ‘Excellence in learning for every child’.
We are passionate about the importance of high-quality, affordable and accessible early childhood education and care. We champion excellence in early learning for children, and support parents and service providers.
Our positive relationships with stakeholders and governments give our members a voice in public debate about early learning. We actively work with our members through the provision of professional and specialist advice, training and resources for committees, management and staff.
ELAA has a membership of around 1200 services across Victoria which:
- employ qualified early childhood professionals to plan educational programs for young children
- provide developmentally appropriate programs based on the recognition and understanding of the needs, interests and abilities of young children
- provide safe environments, both indoors and outdoors, which provide opportunities to develop new skills and practise and enhance those they have already learned.