Policy and practice Inclusive practice for kindergartens Making sure all children can participate, learn and develop in an environment that supports their individual strengths and interests Legal obligations of education providers Legal requirements to make sure that children with disability are given the same opportunities as their peers National Quality Framework The National Quality Framework and Standards aim to drive improvements in the quality of early education and care services Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework Practice principles that underpin early childhood education, care and support in Victoria Program support groups Brings together key people to support to support the inclusion of children with disability, developmental delay or complex medical needs Children with health care needs Additional requirements to ensure the safety, health and wellbeing of children with health care needs Programs and support Kindergarten Inclusion Support Program Support for funded kindergartens to plan and implement inclusive programs Early Childhood Intervention Services Support services for children with disability or developmental delay from birth to school entry and their families Preschool Field Officers Preschool Field Officers are available to support the access and participation of children with additional needs in their kindergarten program Information and resources Starting primary school Information and resources to help educators create a smooth transition for children with a disability or developmental delay Early ABLES An online assessment for learning tool to help early childhood educators develop and provide a more individualised learning experience for children with disability or developmental delay AllPlay Learn Online evidence-based resources and training for teachers. Includes how to be an inclusive teacher and day-to-day tips for children with disability Autism and inclusion at kindergarten booklet A practical guide for early childhood teachers. Includes information about autism in young children and strategies for creating an inclusive learning environment Professional development Disability Standards for Education 2005 eLearning eLearning modules to help education providers understand their obligations under the Disability Standards for Education legislation Inclusion of children on the autism spectrum These modules help early childhood educators develop a greater understanding of autistic young children and plan inclusive programs that support their learning and development Early childhood intervention training Early Childhood Intervention Australia provide resources, professional development and training relating to disability and developmental delay in the early years Early ABLES professional learning module eLearning modules to help educators use the online assessment for learning tool in early childhood and care settings Early childhood inclusion for children with disability modules Modules to support early childhood education and care professionals to provide programs that are inclusive of children with disability or developmental delay AllPlay Learn Online evidence-based resources and training for teachers. Includes how to be an inclusive teacher and day-to-day tips for children with disability