NQF Child Safety Changes From 1 September 2025 and January 2026

In December 2023, ACECQA published the Review of Child Safety Arrangements under the NQF (the Review), undertaken at the request of Education Ministers. The Australian, State and Territory Education Ministers have agreed to changes to the National Quality Framework (NQF). This information sheet explains the changes for providers and their services.

Changes will commence later for services and providers in Western Australia. Please check the legislation for commencement dates.   

Changes to the Education and Care Services National Regulations will commence on 1 September 2025.

Refinements to the NQS will commence on 1 January 2026. To learn more, go to https://www.acecqa.gov.au/latest-news/upcoming-regulatory-changes