Created by an educator, for educators, the Preschool Scope and Sequence 2026 is a practical, whole year planning resource designed to support intentional teaching, consistent programming and educator confidence across the preschool year.
Planning does not have to feel overwhelming. This resource provides a clear week by week overview of learning priorities across all four terms, allowing educators to focus on meaningful experiences with children while maintaining structure and continuity throughout the year.
The Preschool Scope and Sequence 2026 combines movement skills, literacy focus, key cultural and community dates and term learning priorities into one easy to use planning tool. It can be used as a whole service planning reference, a weekly programming guide, a staff room display or a supporting document during Quality Improvement planning and Assessment and Rating preparation.
Designed from real early learning practice, this resource supports educators to reduce planning time while maintaining intentional, responsive programming that reflects children’s development, interests and learning.
What This Resource Supports
- Intentional and consistent yearly planning
- Fundamental movement skill development across the year
- Literacy exposure through weekly letter focus
- Inclusion of cultural, national and community events
- Educator confidence in planning and documentation
- Continuity of learning across the preschool year
- Assessment and Rating preparation and evidence
This resource is suitable for:
- Preschool educators
- Early learning centres and long day care services
Educational leaders - New educators needing planning support
- Services preparing for Assessment and Rating
Whether you are planning for the year ahead or looking for a reliable programming reference, this Scope and Sequence provides clarity and consistency for educators and teams.
What Makes This Resource Different
- Developed by an early childhood educator
- Combines movement, literacy and community learning
- Structured while remaining flexible for educator responsiveness
- Designed to support compliance documentation and planning conversations
- Practical for daily use in early learning environments
Preschool Scope and Sequence 2026
What’s Included in This Pack
This pack includes:
- A full year Preschool Scope and Sequence for 2026
- A clear weekly breakdown across all four terms
- Fundamental movement skills mapped across the year
- Literacy letter focus included for each week
- Key national, cultural and community dates embedded
- Review and reflection weeks built in
- Term learning focus areas that reflect children’s development
- A print ready, staff friendly layout
- A cover page and educational rationale
- An Assessment and Rating support addendum
- Suitable for early childhood learners aged 3–6 years
File Format:
- PDF Document (High Quality)
- Size: A4 Standard (can be resized in printer settings)
- Digital Download - no physical product will be shipped
- Instant access after purchase
Note:
- This is a digital file. No physical product will be shipped. Colours and printing results may vary slightly depending on printer and settings. For personal or classroom use only.
Terms of Use:
- For individual educator, classroom, or single service use only
- Not for resale, redistribution, or commercial use
- Copyright © Educator Essentials 2026
- Contact Educator Essentials for licensing inquiries for multi-site or school-wide use
