Are you looking for policies for your childcare or preschool service? 

You’ve come to the right place! At Community Early Learning Australia (CELA), we understand how crucial it is for childcare and preschool services to have well-structured, compliant, and effective policies in place. Whether you are setting up a new centre or updating your existing policies, we are here to guide and support you every step of the way. 

Why you need childcare policies 

Policies are essential for ensuring the smooth operation of your childcare or preschool service. They provide clear guidelines for staff, families, and stakeholders, helping to create a safe, nurturing, and professional environment for children to thrive. Here’s why having robust policies is vital: 

  • Compliance: Policies support your service meets all regulatory requirements, including those set by ACECQA and NSW state guidelines. 

  • Consistency: They promote fairness and consistency in daily operations, decision-making, and interactions with families and children. 

  • Risk management: Policies help minimise risks by outlining procedures for emergencies, health and safety, and child protection. 

  • Professionalism: Clear policies demonstrate your commitment to high-quality care and education, which builds trust with families and the wider community. 

  • Staff guidance: They serve as a reference for staff, ensuring everyone is aligned with your service’s vision, values, and expectations. 

CELA offers a comprehensive range of sample required and optional policies, tailored to meet the needs of early childhood services. From compliance with regulations to best practices in health, safety, and family engagement, our expertly written and regularly updated policies are designed to help you succeed.  

Discover our comprehensive policies and empower your preschool or daycare service to operate with confidence, professionalism, and compliance. Note: You will need to become a CELA member to download all of our policies and access our entire suite of resources. 

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Policies available in CELA’s resource library

Sample required policies

  • Child Protection 
  • Transportation of Children 
  • Delivery and Collection of Children 
  • Sleep and Rest for Children 
  • Preschool-based Fee Policy 
  • Determining the Responsible Person 
  • Excursions 
  • Medical Conditions 
  • Providing a Child Safe Environment 
  • Emergency Management 
  • Dealing with Infectious Diseases 
  • Complaint Handling 
  • Administration of First Aid 
  • Acceptance and Refusal of Authorisations 
  • Interactions with Children 
  • Privacy Collection Statement 
  • Professional Standards and Ethical Conduct 
  • Privacy and Confidentiality 
  • Incident, Injury, Trauma, and Illness 
  • Nutrition, Food, Beverages, and Dietary Requirements 
  • Governance and Management 
  • Fees - Child Care Subsidy Services 

 

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Sample optional policies

  • Safe and Responsible Use of Digital Devices 
  • Smoke-Free and Alcohol-Free Environment 
  • Medication and Health Statement 
  • Medication Administration 
  • Hygiene and Infection Control 
  • Dental Health 
  • Safe Storage of Dangerous Goods 
  • Family Participation and Communication 
  • The Indoor and Outdoor Environment 
  • Supervision 
  • Workplace Violence and Aggression 
  • Harassment-Free Workplace 
  • Keeping Pets and Animals 
  • Nappy Change, Bathing, and Toileting 
  • Environment Statement 
  • Sustainability 
  • Clothing and Footwear for Children and Educators 
  • Birth Safety and Preparation 
  • Cleaning and Maintaining the Environment 

 

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