Submission #2364

We have witnessed firsthand the exceptional level of care, inclusion, and support that each child receives when they walk through our centres doors. Children are not limited or hindered, regardless of their abilities or disabilities.
Our daughter was diagnosed at two months old with a rare chromosomal condition affecting approximately 1 in 100,000 children. As a result, she experiences certain developmental and behavioural challenges. When our daughter began daycare in the summer of 2025, it became clear that she required additional one-to-one support. The pedagogical support that was already in place allowed her to be able to make it through her days, until she was able to secure her own support worker. This allows us to continue to work with peace of mind, knowing that our daughter is receiving the care and assistance she requires. The needs within these centres are becoming increasingly complex and diverse, placing additional strain on a system that is already experiencing burnout. The implications these decisions will have on both the system and the children directly affected is truly heartbreaking.