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Opinion: Should the “Under the Roof” Staffing Loophole Be Closed?

Opinion: Should the “Under the Roof” Staffing Loophole Be Closed?

The “under the roof” rule allows childcare centres to meet staffing ratios by counting all educators on-site, regardless of whether they are physically present in rooms with children. This means a centre may appear compliant on paper, even if individual…
Opinion: Are Opt-In Intimate Care Waivers a Form of Discrimination Against Male Educators?

Opinion: Are Opt-In Intimate Care Waivers a Form of Discrimination Against Male Educators?

An opt-in intimate care waiver is a formal consent form offered by some early childhood education and care (ECEC) services that allows families to choose whether male educators can perform intimate care tasks—such as nappy changes, toileting, or dressing—for their…
We Care We Speak We Protect - A Practical Advocacy Guide for Early Childhood Educators

We Care We Speak We Protect - A Practical Advocacy Guide for Early Childhood Educators

In early childhood education, advocacy is not just about policy—it’s about protection. It’s about standing up for safe supervision, ethical staffing, and professional respect. When educators are unsupported, children are at risk. When educators are silenced, quality suffers. That’s why…
Four Eyes Policy

Four Eyes Policy

The Four Eyes Policy—also known as the Four Eyes Principle or Two-Person Rule—is a safeguarding and accountability measure that requires two adults to be present or able to observe during certain activities involving children. In childcare, especially in high-risk contexts…
Keeping Children Safe: Practical Solutions in Light of the Melbourne Abuse Case

Keeping Children Safe: Practical Solutions in Light of the Melbourne Abuse Case

The recent tragedy is a stark reminder that compliance alone is not enough. Despite holding a valid Working with Children Check, the alleged offender was able to exploit systemic gaps. It calls for a renewed commitment to proactive safeguarding, transparent…
Letter To Families That Acknowledges Their Concerns and Your Services Commitment To Children's Safety

Letter To Families That Acknowledges Their Concerns and Your Services Commitment To Children's Safety

In light of the recent events, it's important for services to reassure families that this incident should not deter them from sending their child to care and from trusting in early childhood education. The following is a compassionate and professionally…
Rebuilding Trust: Importance Of Reassuring Parents On Their Child's Safety

Rebuilding Trust: Importance Of Reassuring Parents On Their Child's Safety

In the wake of disturbing child abuse allegations at a Melbourne early learning centre, families across the country have been left shaken. These events cast long shadows—not just over the centre involved but over the broader early childhood education community.…
Protecting Children: A “Look-For” Guide for Recognising Grooming and Supporting Early Intervention in ECE

Protecting Children: A “Look-For” Guide for Recognising Grooming and Supporting Early Intervention in ECE

In light of ongoing reforms to Working with Children Check legislation across Australia, especially following serious child safety breaches, early childhood education (ECE) centres are called to rethink how safeguarding is embedded into everyday practice.
Mindsets In Children

Mindsets In Children

Mindsets in early childhood are foundational beliefs children form about themselves, their abilities, and how they relate to the world. These beliefs begin to take shape through everyday experiences, interactions, and the language used by adults around them. The following…
Acknowledgment Of Country Ideas For The Babies Room

Acknowledgment Of Country Ideas For The Babies Room

For babies, the Acknowledgment of Country is often expressed through sensory-rich, rhythmic, and visual experiences that help them connect to the land and its Traditional Custodians in developmentally appropriate ways. The following article provides Acknowledgment Of Country Ideas For The…
Qualities Of An Educational Leader

Qualities Of An Educational Leader

An educational leader in early childhood plays a pivotal role in shaping not just curriculum, but the entire culture of a service. The following article provides information on standout qualities that define effective leadership in this space and applying these…
Sea of Fish Challenge For NAIDOC Week 2025

Sea of Fish Challenge For NAIDOC Week 2025

The Sea of Fish Challenge is a national initiative that invites children, educators, families, and communities to create and display fish artworks as a symbol of unity, culture, and respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. It’s a creative…
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