For the individual or team that contributes significantly to the inclusion of all

A Trainee or Studying Towards Teacher who excels in their learning, skills or commitment to the Early Learning Profession

For the Centre support service that enables, empowers or improves outcomes for centres

This award is open to individuals or groups including but not limited to: Food or Incursion Providers, Cleaning Professionals, Legal or IT support services

In recognition of the team or learning space that has demonstrated creativity, innovation, high expectations of children and sustainable practices in offering rich learning environments for children from birth up to and including children 2 years of age

In recognition of the team or learning space that has demonstrated creativity, innovation, high expectations of children and sustainable practices in offering rich learning environments for children from 3 up to and including children 5 years of age

In recognition of the team or learning space that has demonstrated creativity, innovation, high expectations of children and sustainable practices in offering rich learning environments and/or experiences in Kindergarten Funded Programs

In recognition of the team or learning space that has demonstrated creativity, innovation, high expectations of children and sustainable practices in offering rich learning experiences in a home environment

In recognition of the team or learning space that has demonstrated creativity, innovation, high expectations of children and sustainable practices in offering rich learning environments and/or experiences in OSHC settings

This award recognising the induvial efforts of professionals who have made a change of significance to a child, family, centre or community in the field of Early Childhood

For a centre, group or individual who has demonstrated a commitment to Reconciliation, and has lead to increased engagement in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Culture

Introduced in the second year of the TEaCh Awards, this plaque is presented to individuals who have won their category on two or more occasions. Winners’ names are engraved on the plaque, which is retained for one year before being passed on to the subsequent recipient.

Voted on by TEaChA members and judges, this award recognises an individual who demonstrates exceptional leadership in advancing the field of Early Childhood. It honours impact—such as policy innovation, program development, advocacy, research translation, or transformative practice—that improves outcomes for young children and their communities. Nominees are evaluated on vision, results, collaboration and capacity-building, and commitment to equity and inclusion. The award highlights role models who inspire sector-wide change and encourages the continued adoption of effective approaches across early childhood systems.