Implementing the Approved Learning Frameworks V2.0

Practical guidance and resources for services on embedding the updated frameworks into their program and practice.

A group of children and educators sit together in a circle on a dark blue mat featuring light green Aboriginal artwork. They are in outdoor area of the service, which has play equipment, a picnic table and activity stations located throughout the space. A group of children and educators sit together in a circle on a dark blue mat featuring light green Aboriginal artwork. They are in outdoor area of the service, which has play equipment, a picnic table and activity stations located throughout the space.
Image: Approved providers and services are now required to be operating in accordance with the Approved Learning Frameworks V2.0. Key updates include stronger connections between the frameworks and National Quality Standard, and focus on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander knowledges and perspectives.

On 1 February 2024, the updated Approved Learning Frameworks came into effect. This includes Belonging, Being and Becoming: The Early Years Learning Framework for Australia Version 2.0 (EYLF V2.0) and My Time, Our Place: Framework for School Age Care in Australia Version 2.0 (MTOP V2.0).

After a 12-month period of familiarisation, all approved providers and their services are now required to be operating in accordance with the updated frameworks.

The frameworks are designed to support service providers and staff to best meet the learning, development and wellbeing needs of each child and young person. Details of the changes and the rationale behind them are outlined in the June 2023 ECE Connect online webinars and ACECQA’s ‘What’s changed?’ fact sheets for the EYLF V2.0 (PDF 3.1 MB) and MTOP V2.0 (PDF 1.5 MB).

Exploring and implementing the updated Approved Learning Frameworks

The introduction of the updated frameworks in January 2023 prompted services to revisit the elements of the framework, starting with the vision and how it builds the foundation for all the principles, practices and outcomes.

Services have taken a range of actions to become familiar with the updated frameworks and implement changes, including:

  • revisiting their service philosophy, and discussing how it aligns with the research and knowledge reflected in the updated frameworks and their service context
  • discussing the updated vision, principles, practices and learning outcomes at regular staff meetings
  • reflecting as a team on current practice and how it fits with the updated framework, while celebrating strengths and identifying areas to grow
  • reviewing policies and changing these where required, including incorporating updated terminology from the expanded glossary.

There are many great resources available on the updated frameworks. As we enter the implementation phase, we’ve put together some tips for using these resources in your service. A downloadable version of the tips (PDF 205 KB) is also available.

Tips for service leaders

Tips for educators

  • Explore the principles and practices of the updated framework, critically reflect on how these are embedded in your educational programs and practice and share your reflections with your team.
  • Actively explore aspects of the updated framework with children and families. For example, you could choose a principle or practice and represent that visually with the children to display in your room and invite families to add their reflections to the display.
  • Print or download the EYLF V2.0 Planning Cycle poster (PDF 148 KB) or MTOP V2.0 Planning Cycle poster (PDF 150 KB) and use it to guide your programming discussions as a team.
  • Refer to the ‘Learning Outcomes’ from page 29 of the EYLF V2.0 (PDF 24.9 MB) or ‘Outcomes’ from page 32 of the MTOP V2.0 (PDF 27.1 MB) for expanded evidence examples and new guidance for educators.

Assessment and rating

During service visits, including assessment and rating, talk to your authorised officer about how your service is implementing the updated learning frameworks, and how they guide your program and practice.

Additional resources

ACECQA

NSW Department of Education

For more information

We are here to support you as you continue to provide quality programs for children and young people’s wellbeing, learning and development.

If you have any questions about your service operation, you can contact the department’s ECEC Information and Enquiries team by telephone on 1800 619 113 or email at ececd@det.nsw.edu.au.

For services requiring specific support, please contact the NSW ECEC Regulatory Authority’s Continuous Improvement Team by email at ecequalitysupport@det.nsw.edu.au or telephone on 1800 619 113.

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