International Early Childhood Conference (IECC)

Empowering the future of
early childhood education

18 - 19 October 2025

The Pacific Sutera Hotel, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

International Early Childhood Conference 2025

Welcome to IECC 2025, where we embark on two days of learning, collaboration, and inspiration with like-minded educators dedicated to shaping the future of early childhood education. This year's theme, "Connecting Body, Heart, & Mind - Empowering the Future of Early Childhood Education," highlights the importance of nurturing children holistically to embrace 21st-century learning. Join us at the Pacific Sutera Hotel, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, on 18th - 19th October 2025, as we explore the crucial connections between a child's mind, body, and heart in their learning journey. Core discussions will focus on achieving a holistic and balanced approach to physical health in a digital world, ensuring children develop into future leaders while also fostering social and emotional resilience. Get ready to engage in meaningful conversations, exchange innovative ideas, and be part of a movement that empowers the next generation.

Keynote Speakers

18 Oct 2025 · 9:00 AM · Keynote 1
Balancing Bytes and Bodies: Achieving Holistic Physical Health in a Digital World
by Dr Jeremy Lee Read more
DR JEREMY LEE
KPJ Sabah Specialist Hospital
Malaysia
18 Oct 2025 · 1:30 PM · Keynote 2
Children of today as citizens and future leaders
by Professor Mary-Rose McLaren Read more
Professor Mary-Rose McLaren
Victoria University, Melbourne
Australia
19 Oct 2025 · 11:00 AM · Keynote 3
Fostering Emotional and Social Resilience
by Dr Christine Chen Read more
Dr Christine Chen
Association for Early Childhood Educators (AECES)
Singapore

Conference Venue

Accommodation

The Pacific Sutera Hotel

The Pacific Sutera Hotel with its grand entrance and high-ceiling lobby lounge offers an uninterrupted, panoramic view of the ocean, and is a popular meeting point for both leisure and business travellers. Meticulously designed and fitted with modern luxuries, the 500 guestrooms and suites overlook either the sprawling undulating golf course or sweeping views of the South China Sea and surrounding islands.

Jointly organized by

Persatuan Tadika Sabah
Sabah Chinese Kindergarten Boards of Association

Collaborative partners

About IECC

International Early Childhood Conference (IECC) held its first conference in 2017. The aims and focus of the conference are to upgrade the quality and profession of Early Childhood Care and Education; to bring exposure and fresh insights into the best practices for teaching and learning; and to allow teachers to network and connect with the wider early childhood community both locally and worldwide.
2025 IECC Conference

Contact Us

For more information about the conference, please contact the secretariat office:-

Persatuan Tadika Sabah
Lot 5, 2nd Floor, Wisma Damai, Jalan Damai, 88300 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia.

Telephone: +6 016 802 1900
E-mail: iecc2019kk@gmail.com
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