Choosing an early learning centre is an important decision for any family. Parents want to know their child will be safe, supported and well cared for each day. Broadmeadows Early Learning Centre understands that trust has to be earned, which is why child safety sits at the centre of everyday practice across the service. As a child safe service, the centre is committed to creating a secure, respectful and supportive environment where children can learn, play and build confidence while families feel informed and included.
Broadmeadows Early Learning Centre follows clear child safety policies, maintains strong supervision and promotes a culture where children are listened to, valued and protected. Just as importantly, the centre treats child safety as a shared responsibility between educators, families and the wider community, because safe care works best when everyone is informed, alert and working together.
Broadmeadows Early Learning Centre takes a practical and ongoing approach to child safety. Safety is built into daily routines, educator responsibilities, learning spaces and communication with families. From the way children are supervised to the way concerns are raised and addressed, the goal is to create an environment where children feel secure, respected and able to participate with confidence.
A strong child safe service also needs to be inclusive. Children learn best when they feel accepted for who they are, and that means creating a setting where different backgrounds, abilities, identities and family experiences are respected. Broadmeadows Early Learning Centre supports this through a welcoming culture, responsive care and a focus on helping every child feel that they belong. When children feel safe and included, they are more likely to engage in learning, build relationships and develop the confidence to explore the world around them.
Families looking into child safe organisations want clear, practical standards they can trust, and Broadmeadows Early Learning Centre aligns its approach with recognised child safety principles followed across Australia. As a child safe service, the centre focuses on key areas including:
This approach also helps children feel heard in age-appropriate ways and keeps families part of the conversation, creating a stronger and more reliable child safe service.
Broadmeadows Early Learning Centre supports children in carefully planned indoor and outdoor spaces designed for different ages and stages of development. Learning environments are arranged to encourage exploration and participation while still maintaining appropriate supervision, secure access and age-appropriate equipment.
Regular checks, clear procedures and a proactive mindset all play a part in keeping these spaces safe. Educators remain alert to potential risks, equipment is selected with children’s needs in mind, and routines are structured to support safe transitions throughout the day. Safe learning spaces give children room to grow while giving parents greater peace of mind, while the centre’s Programs and Services help support children at each stage of early learning.
No early learning centre can build a strong child safe culture in isolation. Families play a critical role in helping services understand children’s needs, communicate concerns and strengthen the systems that keep children safe. Broadmeadows Early Learning Centre supports this through open, respectful communication with parents and carers from the beginning of the enrolment journey through to everyday care and learning.
Working closely with families brings important benefits, including:
As an owner-operated centre, Broadmeadows Early Learning Centre is well placed to build those close connections with families and provide a service that feels accountable, accessible and genuinely invested in each child’s wellbeing. Families who feel ready to take the next step can also begin the Enrolment process online.
The Health, Safety and Wellbeing of the children and staff at Broadmeadows Early Learning Centre is paramount. Every effort is made to ensure our children and staff are kept safe and free from harm.
In the case of serious illness or accident, staff will attempt to contact the parent immediately. Please ensure that the telephone contact you have given is correct. If emergency treatment is required an ambulance will be arranged without delay.
It is essential that all parents sign the authority for staff to seek treatment at a hospital or call a doctor and/or ambulance so that emergency treatment may be commenced.
The staff keep a record of any accidents which occur at the centre, and will inform you if your child has hurt him/herself.
If an accident is deemed minor, first aid will be administered by a staff member.
If an accident is of a more serious nature, then first aid will be administered, a parent contacted to collect the child, or an ambulance called.
There is at least one staff member with a First Aid qualification at the centre at all times.
Children and staff are required to wear protective clothing when outside. This includes: hats, and shirts that cover their shoulders and necks. Children will be asked to wear hats for outdoor play. Children who do not have a hat must play in sheltered areas or stay inside.
Sun cream is available at our Centre in all rooms, foyer and outdoor area for easy access. Children will be encouraged to apply this before going outdoors. Please speak to the Centre Supervisor if you would prefer your child not to wear sunscreen.
Children may be given medication at the Centre if:
Over the counter medication will not be administered.
Panadol will only be administered if a child’s temperature is over 38°C and all other attempts at reducing the temperature have failed. Staff will attempt to make contact with parents/carers to receive verbal permission for Panadol to be given. Parents will then be requested to sign the medical authorisation form when collecting their child.
Childhood illness can often be life-threatening to your children. In the interest of the health of all children attending the Centre you are required to provide an Immunisation History Statement to the Authorised Supervisor (prior to commencement) as required under the Public Health Act.
From the 1st January 2018 any child who is unvaccinated will no longer be able to enrol in childcare in Victoria. Children who do not have a written exemption provided by a medical Practitioner and who are not eligible for the Grace Period following the completion of a Grace Period Eligibility Assessment Form will also not be able to be enrolled in Childcare.
Immunisations must be kept up-to-date and the Director/Nominated Supervisor notified each time an immunisation is completed.
Should your child become ill whilst at the centre you will be notified and asked to come to collect your child immediately. It is important that you collect your child promptly to minimize your child’s discomfort and to reduce the possibility of cross-infection with other attending children.
Your child may return to the centre providing that they are not contagious and are not undergoing the first two days of antibiotic treatment. A doctor’s certificate verifying all illness information needs to be provided on return to the Centre.
If your child needs to take medication for non-contagious illnesses, please hand them to the staff upon arrival. The medication forms must be completed to give authorisation for the medication to be administered.
Only prescribed drugs will be accepted and administered.
It is essential that parents inform staff of any health related problems. A child’s life could depend on staff having the right information. Allergies or chronic conditions which your child has should be discussed with staff, so that they are familiar with how they should attend to your child if necessary.
At the time of enrolment, parents will be asked to fill in an information form regarding asthma. Medication will be given according to written Doctor’s instructions and normal medication procedure.
Children suffering from infectious diseases (e.g. diarrhoea, measles, mumps, chickenpox, and conjunctivitis) or if vomiting must be excluded from the service for the period of time specified by the Victorian Department of Health guidelines. Consultation with your family doctor is recommended.
If your child is diagnosed as having an infectious disease, it is your responsibility to inform the Centre immediately.
A child with a fever of 38°C must be kept at home. It is advised that the child stay home, fever free, for at least 24 hours. Their activity level and appetite should be back to normal before returning to care.
Please Note:
The Nominated Supervisor keeps a library of all contagious diseases. The list in this handbook is not all inclusive, hence the Nominated Supervisor has the right to refuse entry to the service unless adequate certification/evidence is provided by the parent to the Nominated Supervisor’s satisfaction.
Trust is built through consistent action. Broadmeadows Early Learning Centre has established a strong local reputation by focusing on what matters most to families: safety, learning, care and community connection. As a child safe service, the centre combines clear safety practices with a structured early learning environment, long day care and kindergarten programs designed to support each child’s development in a warm and nurturing setting.
For families in Broadmeadows, Fawkner, Oak Park and surrounding northern Melbourne suburbs, this offers the reassurance of a centre that is both established and community-focused. Rather than operating like a large corporate childcare chain, Broadmeadows Early Learning Centre presents a more personal model of care shaped by hands-on leadership and ongoing family relationships. Parents who want to understand the centre’s child safety commitment, learning approach and enrolment process can explore the next steps online or speak directly with the team.
If you have any questions or need further clarification on anything, please feel free to ask!
The best way to learn about our centre is to see it for yourself. We welcome visits anytime between 10:00AM and 11:00AM or 2:30PM and 4:00PM.
