A new regulatory framework for the Child Safe Standards commenced on 1 January 2023. This new framework affects the safety standards for child care in Victoria. All child care providers who are providers of an approved children’s service are required to follow and implement the Child Safe Standards. In this article, we’ll outline what the Child Safe Standards are, what has recently changed and our responsibilities at Learning Ladder to follow the Standards and carry them out across our Early Learning centres.
The Child Safe Standards in Victoria are outlined in the Children’s Services Act 1996. They’re designed to ensure the safety and well-being of children in various settings, including child care services. These Standards aim to create a culture of child safety, prevent child abuse, and promote the best interests of children. The Commission for Children and Young People (CCYP) enforces Child Safe Standards. The Commission’s role is to educate, support and regulate organisations that work with children to prevent child abuse.
Child care organisations are required to comply with the Standards and to implement all aspects of the 11 Standards.
The Commission for Children and Young People (CCYP) outline each Standard and provides the details of each Standard:
Standard 1
Organisations establish a culturally safe environment in which the diverse and unique identities and experiences of Aboriginal children and young people are respected and valued.
Standard 2
Child safety and wellbeing is embedded in organisational leadership, governance and culture.
Standard 3
Children and young people are empowered about their rights, participate in decisions affecting them and are taken seriously.
Standard 4
Families and communities are informed and involved in promoting child safety and wellbeing.
Standard 5
Equity is upheld and diverse needs respected in policy and practice.
Standard 6
People working with children and young people are suitable and supported to reflect child safety and wellbeing values in practice.
Standard 7
Processes for complaints and concerns are child-focused.
Standard 8
Staff and volunteers are equipped with the knowledge, skills and awareness to keep children and young people safe through ongoing education and training.
Standard 9
Physical and online environments promote safety and wellbeing while minimising the opportunity for children and young people to be harmed.
Standard 10
Implementation of the Child Safe Standards is regularly reviewed and improved.
Standard 11
Policies and procedures document how the organisation is safe for children and young people.
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