Aussie Childcare Network Forum

What might an assessor observe in Element 2.1.2 in relation to the sleep needs of children for all ages and service types?

hi,

I'm not sure if this is right or wrong

Assessors may observe:
• children:
• communicating their needs for comfort and assistance
• recognising and communicating their bodily needs
• demonstrating a sense of belonging and comfort in their environment
• who do not require sleep or rest having opportunities to engage in appropriate quiet play activities
• being supplied with clean, appropriate spare clothes when they need them
• groupings of children configured to provide for each child’s comfort and to minimise the risk of overcrowding
• sleep and rest practices that are consistent with contemporary views about children’s health, safety and welfare and that meet children’s individual needs
• physical spaces being made available for children to engage in rest and quiet experiences
• educators providing a range of active and restful experiences and supporting children to make appropriate decisions regarding participation
• children’s needs for privacy during toileting and/or dressing and undressing times being respected children’s and families’ individual clothing needs and preferences being met to promote children’s comfort, safety and protection within the scope of the service’s requirements for children’s health and safety