From 27 February 2026, it is now a legal requirement that every decision and action in early childhood education and care services must put the safety, rights, and best interests of children first. This change elevates what was once a guiding principle under the NQF into a statut...
The Child Safe Standards provide a nationally consistent framework to ensure that organisations working with children create environments that are safe, inclusive, and empowering. In OSHC settings, these standards are not just abo...
Promoting the NSW Child Safe Standards involves embedding safety into every aspect of an organization or setting. The following article provides practical strategies tailored to each standard.
The Child Safe Standards recommended by the Royal Commission provide a framework for making organisations safer for children. They have been accepted by the NSW government. Based on extensive research and consultation, the Standar...