This article focuses on the status of teacher education and early childhood education in Pakistan. The paper analyzes planning issues in early childhood teacher education by examining education policies and existing practices in early childhood teacher education in Pakistan. Initiatives taken at public and private levels in Pakistan are also discussed. The paper suggests ways in which teachers can be supported. Furthermore, this paper reflects on how to ensure that teachers in early childhood education are equipped with the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and values that will help them to be good teachers and learners. (Contains 3 figures.)