Active supervision
Clear policies and procedures ensure children are adequately and actively supervised at all times.
Child safety
Summary of childcare safety measures
Beach Kids Early Learning & Preschool is a privately owned and operated service with strong, experienced leadership, including a Regional Manager dedicated to Quality and Compliance. We are committed to creating a safe and nurturing environment for every child in our care, and we have an open door policy, so please ask us anything.
Supervision, risk and environment
The everyday safeguards
Risk assessment and management
Regular risk assessments are conducted to identify and mitigate potential hazards.
Building design and safety
Facilities are designed to support supervision, safety and accessibility, including safe access to toilets and outdoor spaces.
Policies, procedures and compliance
What sits behind the practice
Comprehensive policies
We maintain detailed policies and procedures addressing child safety, incident response, online safety and risk mitigation, supported and delivered by our dedicated team of caring early childhood educators.
Compliance monitoring
Our services are regularly reviewed by the Regulatory Authority to ensure adherence to all legislative and safety standards.
Statement of shared commitment
Our guiding statement affirms our dedication to creating safe, positive experiences for all children in our care. Every interaction counts.
Staff screening and professional development
Who works with your child
Working with Children
All staff must hold a current Working with Children check that includes a National Police Check (criminal history record check) and a review of reportable workplace misconduct.
Mandatory training
Staff complete approved child protection courses and ongoing training at least annually in child safety and wellbeing.
Professional development
Ongoing learning and skill building opportunities improve teaching and learning outcomes, ensuring compliance, supporting child safety and wellbeing, and fostering reflective practice and continuous improvement.
Reference and prohibited person checks
Professional and comprehensive reference checks are completed for all educators, and we ensure the prohibited person (ACECQA) check is completed.
Health, hygiene and wellbeing
Looking after bodies as well as minds
Health controls
Strict measures are in place for immunisation, allergy and medical management, food safety and infectious disease prevention.
Sun protection and safe transport
Services follow best practice guidelines to ensure safety during outdoor activities and transportation.
Prohibition of substances
Tobacco, including vaping devices, alcohol and drugs are not permitted under any circumstances.
Employee Assistance Program
Educators and staff can access free, confidential short-term counselling through our Employee Assistance Program. Ask your campus manager for access details.
Digital safety, standards and reporting
Privacy, standards and speaking up
Device use policy
Staff are prohibited from using personal devices to photograph or film children. Only service issued devices may be used, with strict privacy and consent protocols.
National Quality Standard
Child safety is embedded throughout all areas of the National Quality Standard, ensuring an ongoing focus across operations.
Child safe culture
All educators and staff are expected to uphold and promote a strong culture of child safety, wellbeing and respect. See it, say it, report it.
Incident prevention and management
Protocols are in place to proactively prevent incidents and manage them effectively when they occur.
Mandatory reporting
All educators and staff are required to report any suspected or known child abuse or neglect to the families and relevant authorities.
24 hour incident reporting
Allegations, complaints or incidents involving physical or sexual abuse must be reported within 24 hours.
In summary
A multi-layered safety framework
These combined measures form a multi-layered safety framework at Beach Kids Early Learning & Preschool, spanning legal compliance, staff capability, environmental design, proactive reporting and continuous improvement.
Questions
Safety questions families ask
How are children supervised?
Clear policies and procedures ensure children are adequately and actively supervised at all times, and our buildings are designed to support supervision, safety and accessibility, including safe access to toilets and outdoor spaces.
What checks and training do educators have?
All staff must hold a current Working with Children check, which includes a National Police Check and a review of reportable workplace misconduct. We complete professional and comprehensive reference checks for all educators and ensure the prohibited person (ACECQA) check is completed. Staff complete approved child protection courses and ongoing training at least annually in child safety and wellbeing.
Can staff take photos of children on their phones?
No. Staff are prohibited from using personal devices to photograph or film children. Only service issued devices may be used, with strict privacy and consent protocols.
What happens if there is an allegation of abuse?
All educators and staff are required to report any suspected or known child abuse or neglect to the families and relevant authorities. Allegations, complaints or incidents involving physical or sexual abuse must be reported within 24 hours.
Is smoking, vaping, alcohol or drug use allowed on site?
No. Tobacco, including vaping devices, alcohol and drugs are not permitted under any circumstances.
Can I ask questions about safety?
Yes. We have an open door policy and welcome questions from parents and guardians at any time.
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