Guide to Setting up an Early Childhood Development Centre (ECDC)
To learn more about the procedures and requirements of setting up an ECDC, you may refer to
Guide to Setting Up an ECDC Early Childhood Development Centres Code of Practice (Fourth Edition)
Our service standard to process a new licence application is 14 working days upon receiving a complete set of documents which meets our requirements, and the licensee having met all regulatory requirements during the site visit, whichever is the latest.
You are advised to familiarise yourself with the legislative requirements for the application and operation of an ECDC. Preschools must not advertise, commence operations, or accept monetary payments without holding a valid licence under the ECDC Act and Regulations.
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