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C&K Conference

C&K's annual conference is open to all members of the early childhood education and care sector.

 

Reconnect with the heart of early childhood education at the 2025 C&K Conference.

This year’s theme, Joy, celebrates creativity, wonder, and the lasting impact of play-based, arts-rich early learning. In partnership with QPAC, the program features inspiring keynotes, hands-on workshops, and creative sessions to reignite your passion.

Connect with 550+ ECEC professionals, explore 50+ exhibitors, and enjoy a vibrant day of learning, collaboration and joy.

Early Bird tickets are now available (ends Friday, 23 May 2025) and include a NAIDOC Week 50th Anniversary t-shirt!

 

C&K 2024 Conference room

2024 C&K Conference

Highlights from the day

On Saturday 20th July, 570 members of the early childhood education sector joined us for the 2024 C&K Conference. Guided by the year’s theme - Every Day Matters: For Every Child. For You. For Impact – we explored how every day moments have the power to make profound differences in the lives of children and the early childhood workforce.

Held on Turrbal and Jaggera Country, Songwoman Maroochy opened the event with a Welcome to Country, before Dr Sandra Cheeseman, CEO of C&K, officially began proceedings.