More Grants for Kindergartens: A Boost for Early Childhood Education
As a parent, there’s nothing more exciting than watching your little one learn and grow. But have you ever stopped to think about the environment in which they’re learning? The facilities, the technology, the resources available to them? The Victorian government hasn’t, and that’s why they’re offering a share of $10 million in grants to kindergartens to upgrade facilities and technology.
Early Childhood Education Providers Can Now Apply for Funding
Early childhood education providers can now apply for a share of the $10 million to help upgrade and improve their facilities or access the latest IT equipment. Grants of up to $750,000 are available to eligible organisations for renovation and refurbishment projects that modernise and improve kindergarten learning environments for children.
Children learn and grow in a kindergarten classroom
But that’s not all. Funding for smaller-scale improvements is also available, with up to $150,000 on offer for minor infrastructure projects that improve the quality of kindergarten services. And for those looking to bring some tech into the classroom, up to $2000 is available to kinders and eligible service providers to purchase computers, televisions and other technology for use in educational programs and service administration.
Why is This Funding So Important?
As a parent, it’s easy to take for granted the facilities and resources available to our children. But for many kindergartens, outdated facilities and lack of access to technology can be a major hindrance to providing the best possible education. This funding is a welcome boost for early childhood education providers, and will go a long way in helping to future-proof our kindergartens and blend play-based learning with the latest digital technology.
A child plays with a tablet in a kindergarten classroom
How to Apply
IT applications close on September 4, and grants for facility upgrades and minor works close on October 2. To apply for a grant or find out more, visit schoolbuildings.vic.gov.au/building-blocks-grants-improvement.
As a parent, it’s exciting to think about the possibilities that this funding will bring. With upgraded facilities and access to the latest technology, our children will be well on their way to a bright and successful future.
