How we prioritize child safety and Wellbeing
Strive Early Learning Centre is committed to child safety, wellbeing, and protection. We uphold NSW Child Safe Standards and provide a safe, inclusive environment for all children.
Our Commitment to Child Safety
At Strive Early Learning Centre, the safety, wellbeing, and rights of every child are our highest priority.
We are committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment where children are respected, protected, and empowered to thrive. Child safety is embedded in everything we do, guided by the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Child Safe Principles.
We maintain a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse, harm, neglect, and exploitation.
Our Child Safe Culture
Child safety is not just a policy at Strive ELC, it is part of our everyday culture.
We ensure that:
- Child safety is embedded in all decisions and practices
- Staff understand and uphold their safeguarding responsibilities
- Safe, ethical, and professional behaviours are always maintained
- Continuous improvement guides our child safe practices
Safe Recruitment & Staff Screening
We are committed to ensuring all staff are suitable to work with children.
All educators, volunteers, students, and contractors must:
- Hold a valid Working With Children Check (WWCC)
- Complete safe recruitment and reference checks
- Participate in ongoing child protection training
- Understand mandatory reporting obligations
We maintain strong supervision and professional standards at all times.
Reporting & Legal Responsibilities
Strive ELC complies with all child protection legislation, including:
- Mandatory Reporting requirements
- NSW Reportable Conduct Scheme
- Child Protection laws and regulations
We ensure all concerns are taken seriously, acted upon promptly, and reported to the appropriate authorities where required.
Cultural Safety & Inclusion
We are committed to providing a culturally safe and inclusive environment for all children and families.
This includes respect and support for:
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children
- Culturally and linguistically diverse families
- Children with disability
- Children of all identities and backgrounds
Every child has the right to feel safe, valued, and included.
Children’s Rights & Voice
We believe children have the right to:
- Feel safe
- Be heard
- Be respected
- Participate in decisions that affect them
We actively empower children by encouraging them to express their thoughts, feelings, and concerns. We also provide age-appropriate learning about personal safety and how to seek help.
Partnership with Families & Community
We recognise that child safety is a shared responsibility.
We work in partnership with families and the wider community to:
- Strengthen child safe practices
- Maintain open and transparent communication
- Continuously improve our policies and procedures
- Build trust and accountability
Our Promise
At Strive Early Learning Centre, child safety is not optional, it is our promise.
We are committed every day to ensuring that all children are safe, supported, and able to learn and grow in a secure environment.
We are committed to continuous improvement as a foundation for delivering exceptional care and support. Through ongoing reflection, regular reviews, and proactive practices, we continually strengthen and enhance every aspect of our services. The safety, wellbeing, and holistic development of every child remain at the heart of everything we do. We are dedicated to maintaining the highest standards across all areas of our operations, ensuring quality outcomes for children, families, and our community both now and into the future.