Beyond the Pilot

Uni Hub SG, in partnership with BHP and the Roxby Downs Child Care Centre, is pleased to announce the continuation of the Early Childhood Project for a further two years. Building on the strong outcomes achieved during the pilot phase, the extended project reaffirms a shared commitment to strengthening early childhood education and care in regional, rural and remote (RRR) communities.

To date, the project has supported 18 local learners to pursue formal qualifications, including 12 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, four Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care, and two Bachelor of Early Childhood Teaching programs. These achievements represent a significant investment in both emerging and existing educators, creating clear and sustainable education-to-employment pathways within the local community.

The continuation of the project has further increased the capacity of the local workforce by upskilling current educators while enabling new entrants to begin or progress their careers without having to leave the region. Importantly, the initiative ensures that high-quality early childhood education remains a priority in RRR communities, where access to training and professional development opportunities can be limited.

The success of the Roxby Downs Early Childhood Project has also created a scalable model, enabling other RRR communities to explore and implement similar initiatives. By addressing barriers to access for further education, including vocational education and training (VET), the project demonstrates how strong partnerships can deliver lasting workforce and community impact well beyond the pilot phase.