Early Childhood Agenda
The Department for Communities has responsibility for leading the Western Australian Early Childhood Agenda, including the Council of Australian Government (COAG) early childhood reforms in WA. Read the latest Early Childhood Update.
Parents, families and others in a parenting role and those who support them.
The Department for Communities offers a range of support and information about parenting, child care and early years activities throughout the State. Our services are designed for parents, families and carers with children up to 18 years of age.
Parenting Line
A free 24/7 telephone service for information and advice on any parenting matter.
6279 1200 (Metro) or 1800 654 432 (STD Freecall)
Parenting Library
A free library parenting library service for parents and families throughout the State.
6279 1223 (Metro) or 1800 686 155 (STD Freecall)
Courses Guide
A comprehensive list of parenting and self-help courses.
Local Parenting Services
Local support for parents and families throughout the State.
6279 1200 (Metro) or 1800 654 432 (STD Freecall)
Local Services for Aboriginal Families
Our Best Start programs are for Aboriginal families with children up to five years of age to help get your children ready for school.
6279 1200 (Metro) or 1800 654 432 (STD Freecall)
Information about child care
We can help with information about local services, finding a service that is right for your child and ideas to help you settle your child into child care and develop positive relationships with your child's carers.
6279 1200 (Metro) or 1800 654 432 (STD Freecall)
Child Care Licensing & Standards Unit
We are responsible for administering the State regulations for all licensed child care services. You can contact us if you have concerns about a child care service.
6210 3333 (Metro) or 1800 199 383 (STD Freecall)
For more information about child care services go to www.childcare.wa.gov.au.