ECLD Awards Judging Panel
The ECLD Sector Awards are judged by an independent panel with representatives from Tertiary Education, Independent Training and Local Government.
The panel encompasses professionals from North Metropolitan Tafe Joondalup and Australian Institute of Workplace Training.
What you will get
Finalists from each award category will receive:
| An invitation to the exclusive awards ceremony and cocktail function | A complimentary registration to the ECLD Immersion Experience | Cash prize | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3rd Place | An invitation to the exclusive awards ceremony and cocktail function✅ | A complimentary registration to the ECLD Immersion Experience✅ | Cash prize$500 |
| 2nd Place | An invitation to the exclusive awards ceremony and cocktail function✅ | A complimentary registration to the ECLD Immersion Experience✅ | Cash prize$500 |
| Winner | An invitation to the exclusive awards ceremony and cocktail function✅ | A complimentary registration to the ECLD Immersion Experience✅ | Cash prize$1,500 |
Important Dates
Nominations Open
Early July 2025
Nominations Close
Extended until Monday 8 December 2025
Judging Process
December 2025 – January 2026
Finalists Notified and Announced
Late January 2026
ECLD WA Sector Awards Ceremony
Friday, 27 March 2026
ECLD Immersion Experience
Saturday, 28 March 2026
Award Categories
Outstanding Early Childhood Educator
Family’s Choice – Outstanding Educator
Excellence in ECEC Leadership
Service excellence in partnerships with families, communities and schools
Excellence in Best Practice
Excellence in Supporting Child Development
Outstanding commitment to reconciliation and cultural responsiveness
Excellence in Nature-Inspired Learning
Looking forward to hearing from you!
Do you have a question about the ECLD WA Sector Awards? Want to get involved? We would like to hear from you!