Early Years Branch
Early Childhood Educators’ Working Group
The early years, from before birth to age 6, are crucial for a child's healthy development. Our children deserve the best possible start in life to help them develop to their full potential.
Quick Links
- Online Learning Network
- Child Care Directory
- Day Care Licensing
- Finding child care (guide)
- NS Early Development Instrument (EDI)
- Early Years Centres
- Early Intervention Services
- Regulations & Standards
- Child Care Staff Classification
- Professional Development
- Child Care Subsidy Program
- Inclusion Support

Let’s Play Together! A Guide for Parents of 4-Year Olds
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