Following more than 200 nominations submitted from across Australia, HESTA is proud to announce the three winners in the 2024 HESTA Early Childhood Education & Care Awards.
They are a NSW early learning centre recognised for its inclusive culture, a QLD kindergarten dedicated to improving First Nations children's outcomes, and a transformative NSW educator and leader for a 30-year career of service in Australia and abroad.
Nine incredibly worthy finalists had made the shortlist.
The HESTA Early Childhood Education & Care Awards – which have been running since 2010 – recognise the educators and carers at the very heart of Australia's early childhood education system.
HESTA CEO Debby Blakey expressed her heartfelt congratulations to the winners and finalists.
"Congratulations to all winners and finalists. Early childhood educators play such a pivotal role in helping shape the futures of young Australians, and it's an honour to recognise their outstanding contributions through these awards," Ms Blakey said.
"The dedication and passion these educators and carers demonstrate to educate, care for and develop our future generation is truly inspiring."
