Learning through play in early childhood settings

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Learning through play in early childhood settings

This resource outlines the importance of play for children's learning and development, and the role of play within children's education in Australia.

Educators and service providers are encouraged to download and share this resource with families.

Organisation:: fka Children’s Services
Topic:: Children's health, Parenting, Early learning
Target audience:: General, Parents or carers, Health practitioners
Service area:: National
Published:: December 2025
Last reviewed:: February 2026

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Learning through play in early childhood settings

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