The Directors Toolkit: Family And Community Partnerships

Being a nominated supervisor or service director in an early education and care service is a complex and challenging role. Feeling assured that you have the knowledge and skills to undertake all elements of your role is vital.

Research shows children are much more likely to reach their full potential in life when their family and the education and care service work together. These benefits are evident when families and educators exchange information regularly and collaborate on consistent approaches to daily routines, child development and learning.

This session delves into Quality Area 6 of the National Quality Standard (NQS), which highlights the critical role of fostering collaborative relationships with families and community members in delivering high-quality early education.

By the end of the session, directors and leaders will leave equipped with actionable tools and approaches to strengthen communication and collaboration with families, create a stronger sense of community around their service, and showcase the value of their service to families and the broader community in alignment with the NQS.

Session Objectives:

• Explore strategies to build positive and respectful relationships with families.
• Learn practical ways to establish and sustain meaningful community connections.
• Gain insights into raising the profile of your service within the local area, ensuring greater visibility and engagement.

Note: This series is only recommended for new directors or those looking for a refresh.

Other sessions in the Director's Toolkit suite include:

- Compliance and Quality

- Leadership and Advocacy 

- Working with Management: Planning and Policy 

- The Team: Staff Relationships 

- Administrative Responsibilities