If you live around Holt, Higgins, or Latham, you might have a few more tabs open on your computer than usual this week. With the ACT public school enrollment deadline for 2027 closing on June 5th, it feels like the countdown to Kindergarten has officially begun.

With more than 30 years in early childhood education across the ACT and surrounding regions, I have seen many teaching models come and go. What has always mattered most is this. Children learn best when their thinking is respected.

Finding high-quality child care in Holt isn’t just about proximity or availability. Families want more.

Childcare fees can feel overwhelming for many families. CCS, or the Child Care Subsidy, is the main way the government helps reduce these costs. It makes early education more affordable and gives children more time to learn, play, and feel part of a community.

From 5 January 2026, families in Canberra and Jerrabomberra who are eligible for the Child Care Subsidy will receive at least 72 hours of subsidised childcare per fortnight. Here’s how it affects you and how Poplars Early Learning supports you in preparing.

Choosing childcare is one of the biggest decisions for your family. You want your child to feel safe, cared for, and happy every day.

When you’re choosing childcare, nothing matters more than knowing your child is safe