Early Learning Services in NSW are receiving only 5 days notice for their Assessment and Rating visits; significantly less than the previous 3 months. It’s a big change! And one which centre leaders might be nervous – or even unhappy – about. Everyone would always like more time, but I think that wh...

Education and Care Services are assessed and rated by their state and regulatory authority. Each service is assessed against the 7 quality areas of the National Quality Standards. Services are then given a rating for each of the 7 quality areas and an overall rating based on these results. Once fina...

1. Be prepared – Start now!

2. Double Check Everything – including that full names of educators, children and families are recorded where appropriate on all forms.

3. Ensure all your administration documentation is up to date.

4. Audit your educators’ practice of routine tasks throughout the day ...