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Every child is born with their own potential. 100 billion brain cells, waiting for connections to be formed, pathways to be explored, futures to be discovered.

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Check if your local early childhood education service is partnering in 2026

This tool helps you find services that have partnered with the South Australian Government to deliver 3-year-old preschool from 2026.

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Investing in early childhood

  • Give your child a Flying Start with 3-year-old preschool
    The Government of South Australia is rolling out 3-year-old preschool programs from 2026 to 2032. Parents and carers can use the preschool finder tool or age calculator to find a Flying Start 3-year-old preschool provider in their local area.
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  • Delivering 3-year-old preschool in 2026
    The Office for Early Childhood Development (OECD) is partnering with long day care (LDC) services from 2026 to deliver 3-year-old preschool. Read the Policy and Funding Guide to understand your responsibilities as a partner service.
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  • Investing in teachers and educators
    A skilled and well-supported early childhood education workforce is critical to delivering an early childhood system that gives children the best possible start.
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Giving South Australian children a Flying Start

Watch the video to hear early childhood teachers and parents share their perspectives on what a flying start means to them.

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