Recognize the educators who inspire and shape our future.
How to Nominate
Submitting a nomination is simple.
Browse the award categories on the form and choose one that best reflects your nominee's achievements.
Complete the form, providing as much detail as possible about why they deserve recognition.
Share examples of their impact, commitment and contributions to children, families, colleagues or the wider community.
Submit your nomination before 11pm August 31.
Why Nominate?
A nomination is more than an application - it's a way to recognise someone who makes a genuine difference.
Every nomination tells a story of kindness, dedication, leadership, creativity and commitment. It acknowledges the educators and services who work tirelessly to provide exceptional care and education for children across the Central West.
Whether they're inspiring young minds, supporting families, mentoring colleagues or creating inclusive learning environments, your nomination lets them know their efforts have been seen and appreciated.
Recognition can inspire confidence, celebrate achievements, strengthen teams and remind educators just how valued they are by their communities.
If someone had made a positive impact on your child, your family, your workplace or your community, now's the perfect time to say thank you by nominating them.
EDUCATOR AWARDS
Award Categories
Outstanding Trainee
Molly Ticehurst Memorial Award for Outstanding Educator - Certificate III
Outstanding Early Childhood Educator - Diploma
CSU Outstanding Early Childhood Teacher
Outstanding Out Of School Hours Educator
Outstanding Family Day Care Educator
Samara Golding-Piper Memorial Award for Excellence In Leadership
CENTRE/SERVICE AWARDS
Award Categories
Excellence In pedagogy & Practice
Excellence In Food & Menu
Excellence In Sustainability
Excellence In Community
Excellence In Teamwork & Culture
Excellence In Inclusion
Yindyamarra Award
FAMILIES CHOICE AWARDS
Award Categories
Families Choice - Outstanding Trainee
Families Choice - Outstanding Educator - Certificate III
Families Choice - Outstanding Educator - Diploma
Families Choice - Outstanding Early Childhood Teacher
Families Choice - Outstanding Out Of School Hours Educator
Families Choice - Outstanding Family Day Care Educator
Nomination FAQs
Who can nominate?
For educator award categories, you may self nominate, so long as you meet the criteria called for in the forms.
Centre/services can self nominate for the service/centre award categories.
You cannot self nominate for a families choice award.
What is the deadline?
Please submit your nominations before 11pm on August 31.
Can I edit my nomination?
Yes, you can update your nomination until the deadline.
Is the nomination confidential?
All nominations are kept private and shared only with the judges liaison and judges.
Can I self nominate?
Anyone can nominate an educator or service. This includes families, colleagues, managers, community members and educators themselves.
Contact
Phone
centralwestecawards@gmail.com
02 6368 4495
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