Early Childhood Australia (ECA) is a not-for-profit organisation that has been a voice for young children since 1938. ECA’s vision is that every young child is thriving and learning. Our role in achieving this is to promote the rights and interests of all young children and to support the delivery of high-quality early childhood education and care.
ECA has enjoyed a long and celebrated history, commemorating 80 years of continuous advocacy for young children and those who educate and nurture them—work that has only been possible with the support of our members.
Membership of ECA ensures that you are kept informed of the latest practice, research and policy in the sector while also accessing exclusive benefits and discounts. Most importantly, you will be supporting ECA to be a voice for young children. Our membership encompasses service providers across a diversity of service types and governance structures (e.g. private, not-for-profit and public).
For our membership terms and conditions, click here.
Service/School Membership
- For early childhood services, schools and other organisations working directly with young children and their families
- Exclusive member alerts and updates on sector–related issues
- Three registrations at the ECA member rate to each ECA event
- Every Child magazine subscription
- ECA committee newsletters
- ECA Code of Ethics brochure
- Two free ECA Learning Hub online professional learning modules—voucher*
- Discount on ECA Learning Hub online professional learning annual subscription
- Discounts on ECA publication subscriptions
- Discounts on selected ECA Shop resources
- Discounts on sector conferences and events
- Annual membership certificate
Professional Membership
- For early childhood education and care professionals who work with or for young children, their families and carers
- Exclusive member alerts and updates on sector–related issues
- One registration at the ECA member rate to each ECA event
- Every Child magazine subscription
- ECA committee newsletters
- ECA Code of Ethics brochure
- One free ECA Learning Hub online professional learning webinar—voucher*
- Discount on ECA Learning Hub online professional learning annual subscription (Individual)
- Discounts on ECA publication subscriptions
- Discounts on selected ECA Shop resources
- Discounts on sector conferences and events
- Invitations to attend ECA committee networking events
Concession Membership
- For individuals studying early childhood education or equivalent, or unemployed, retired or on extended leave
- Exclusive member alerts and updates on sector–related issues
- One registration at the ECA member rate for each ECA event
- Every Child digital magazine subscription
- ECA committee newsletters
- ECA Code of Ethics e-brochure
- One free ECA Learning Hub online professional learning webinar—voucher*
- Discount on ECA Learning Hub online professional learning annual subscription (Individual)
- Discounts on ECA publication subscriptions
- Discounts on selected ECA Shop resources
- Discounts on sector conferences and events
Institution Membership
- For universities, research institutions, RTOs, local, state and federal government agencies, head offices and other institutions
- Exclusive member alerts and updates on sector–related issues
- Five registrations at the ECA member rate for each ECA event
- Every Child magazine subscription
- ECA committee newsletters
- Two free ECA Learning Hub online professional learning modules or webinars—voucher*
- Discounts on ECA publication subscriptions
- Discounts on selected ECA Shop resources
- Discounts on sector conferences and events
Multi-Service Member Packages
These member packages are for large provider organisations and authorities with multiple services or schools (five or more) that would like to coordinate access to ECA products.
Price on application—bundled discounts on multiple services and schools are also available. Centralised discounted invoicing across multiple sites with an account manager and discount code.
Contact us today: Email customerservice@earlychildhood.org.au or call 1800 356 900 (free call in Australia).
Your membership of ECA enhances our capacity to be a strong voice for children. Membership is tax deductible for individuals who work in the sector.
Non-Australian residents can also sign up to ECA membership—additional charges are applied to cover postage of information and resources.
Members also benefit from our strong media profile and policy development capabilities, with opportunities to contribute to the national policy debate and demonstrate a commitment to building the capacity of the early childhood education sector more broadly. We also provide members who wish to be involved with the opportunity to participate in media stories.
Current third-party discounts
Storypark is proud to offer a 10% discount for ECA members services (valid for new Storypark customers only). Learn more about Storypark on their website. Contact us for the promo code.
Gift membership
Do you need a gift to thank a colleague? An ECA membership is the perfect gift!
You will both be contributing to ECA’s advocacy work in supporting high-quality experiences for young children and those who care for them.
Call Customer service at 1800 356 900 (free call in Australia)
Renew
If you have received a renewal notification from ECA or wish to renew or extend your membership, please log in to your account online here. If you do not know your login details, please follow the prompts or call ECA on 1800 356 900. You can also update your details on your account once logged in.
Thank you for your continued support of ECA.