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FDCA is proud to announce that nominations are now open for the 2026 Excellence in Family Day Care Awards.

Behind every confident first step, new friendship, moment of discovery and every family supported through the everyday pressures of life, there is someone making a difference.

Across Australia, educators, coordinators and services create nurturing environments where children feel safe, valued and inspired to learn while building trusted relationships with families and shaping children's futures.

To nominate an educator, click on the button below.

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As Australia's only national awards program dedicated to family day care, the Awards celebrate the extraordinary contribution these professionals make every day and recognise those whose dedication enriches the lives of children and families nationwide.

Every nomination tells a story. A story of care. A story of support. A story of someone who has gone above and beyond to make a meaningful difference.

Nominations close on Thursday 2 July 2026.

Key Dates

  • Nominations open - 25 May 2026
  • First round of nominations announced - 2 June 2026 (nominations placed between 25 - 30 May)
  • Second round of nominations announced - 22 June 2026 (nominations placed between 31 May - 18 June)
  • Nominations close - 2 July 2026
  • Final round of nominations announced - 6 July 2026 (nominations placed between 19 June - 2 July)
  • Submissions close - 19 July 2026
  • Regional winners announced - 29 September 2026
  • Star award winners announced - 8 October 2026
  • National finalists announced - 20 October 2026
  • National winners announced - 28 November 2026

Did you know that during its history the Excellence in Family Day Care Awards has...

  • Received over to 53,300 nominations
  • Produced more than 1,400 positive media stories about family day care
  • Generated more than $2.5M worth of positive media for family day care
  • Presented 1,394 awards to educators, coordinators and services