Australian Early Development Census (AEDC)
Australian Early Development Census
The AEDC is a nationwide census that gathers information about young children's development.
It provides a snapshot of children's progress at national, state, territory and community levels in 5 key areas of development:
- physical health and wellbeing
- social competence
- emotional maturity
- language and cognitive skills
- communication skills and general knowledge.
The census has been conducted every 3 years since 2009. The next census will take place in 2027.
Information is collected on children in Pre-primary. Your child is not required to sit a test or be present while the AEDC is completed – their teacher will complete it.
Discover more with our resources for families and educators and at the AEDC website.
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You can discover more about the Australian Early Development Census by viewing our resources for families and communities.
Early childhood development in Western Australia is moving in the right direction. See the emerging trends at a glance in our infographic, and read more details in the following reports and resources.