Welcome to the Leadership for Inclusion in the Early Years (LINC) Programme Website
The LINC Programme
Become an Inclusion CoOrdinator (INCO) with the LINC Programme
The Leadership for INClusion in the Early Years programme, LINC, is a Level 6 Special Purpose Award (Higher Education). The programme is designed to enhance the inclusion of all children in Early Learning and Care (ELC) settings through the development of the role of Inclusion CoOrdinator (INCO).
Eligibility & Exemptions for the LINC Programme
Settings with a pre-school room that is contracted for ECCE/TEC/CCSP can nominate an employee for LINC. Applicants must have the minimum qualifications to work in an Early Learning & Care Setting, in accordance with the DCDE’s Early Years Recognised Qualification Listing.
The Role of the INclusion COordinator (INCO)
Download or Print the Role of the INclusion COordinator Poster
Latest News and Resources
Strengthening Collaborative Practice Through a Structured Communication Journal
Strengthening Collaborative Practice Through a Structured Communication Journal In this edition of the LINC Blog, LINC student Sarah-Rose Moloney reflects on how a simple yet effective change to communication practices within her Early Learning and Care setting helped...
LINC Programme Hosts International Day of Play 2026 Event on Children’s Rights and Reggio-Inspired Practice
LINC Programme Hosts International Day of Play Event on Children's Rights and Reggio-Inspired PracticeThe Leadership for Inclusion in the Early Years (LINC) Programme recently hosted Realising Children's Rights Through Reggio-Inspired Practice, an online event marking...
Play as a Vehicle for Inclusion
Play as a Vehicle for Inclusion In this edition of the LINC Blog, LINC National Coordinator Claire Butterly explores the important role of play as a vehicle for inclusion within Early Learning and Care (ELC) and School-Age Childcare (SAC) settings. International Day...
Awards and Accolades
