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The safety and wellbeing of every child is our highest priority

The safety and Wellbeing of every child is our highest priority

Our Child Safety Commitment

Our Values

At Curiosity Tree, the safety and wellbeing of every child is our highest priority. Guided by our values, we are committed to creating environments where children can explore, learn, and grow with confidence, knowing they are safe, supported, and protected.

Families are at the heart:

We partner with families to ensure children’s safety is a shared responsibility. Open communication, transparency, and proactive engagement allow us to identify and address risks quickly, creating a trusting, safe environment for every child.

Children are our purpose:

Every activity and learning experience is designed with children’s safety in mind. We actively supervise, provide safe spaces for play and learning, and empower children to understand safety through curiosity, exploration, and connection with nature.

Our Community is our foundation

Safety extends beyond our walls. We promote inclusive, respectful, and secure environments that protect all children, while fostering positive relationships with families, neighbours, and the wider community.

Our team is our driving force:

Our educators receive ongoing training in child protection, first aid, and risk management. By supporting and empowering our team, we ensure vigilant supervision, consistent safety practices, and swift responses to any concerns.

An experience that is exceptional, inclusive, and connected:

By embedding safety into every aspect of our programs, spaces, and interactions, we create a safe, engaging, and connected experience where children can thrive.

We are committed to maintaining an environment where children can flourish, families feel confident, and our community can trust that safety is never compromised.

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Staff practices in Action

We aspire to create an environment where children feel safe, respected, supported and genuinely heard.

Staff Responsibilities & Training

• Every educator is a Mandatory Reporter and trained to recognise and respond to signs of abuse or neglect.

• Comprehensive child protection training is provided on induction and refreshed annually.

• Staff adhere to professional conduct standards, including clear boundaries, ethical behaviour, and appropriate interactions with children.

• Regular team briefings ensure safety policies are understood and consistently applied across the service.

Supervision and Leadership

• Team-based supervision ensures children are never left alone with a single educator, indoors or outdoors.

• Active leadership presence in all areas ensures high standards of safety are maintained at all times.

• Educators are trained to identify risks proactively, adjust environments, and support children in safe decision-making during play and learning and a “See it, Say it” culture encourages staff to report hazards, near-misses, or unsafe behaviours immediately and

Environment and Design

• Centres are designed with open sightlines, safe layouts, and age-appropriate learning spaces.

• Outdoor and indoor playgrounds are regularly inspected for hazards, equipment is maintained, and surfaces checked for safety.

• CCTV and monitoring systems in key areas support oversight while maintaining child privacy.

• Emergency exits, fire equipment, and first aid stations are clearly marked and routinely checked.

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Recruitment and Vetting

• All prospective staff undergo rigorous screening, including background checks, reference verification, and qualification validation.

• A structured induction process ensures new educators understand all safety policies, procedures, and expectations.

• Ongoing performance reviews monitor adherence to safety practices and professional standards.

Family Partnerships

• Families are provided with clear information on safety policies, procedures, and practices.

• Open channels of communication ensure parents are informed promptly about incidents, risks, or changes affecting their child.

• Families are encouraged to participate in risk assessments and planning for excursions or individual safety needs.

Culture and Accountability

• Safety is embedded into everyday practice, not just written policies.

• Staff and leadership regularly review incidents, near misses, and risks to continuously improve safety measures.

• Emphasis on transparency, trust, and proactive leadership ensures children, families, and staff can have confidence in the safety of the environment.

• Continuous professional development reinforces a culture of vigilance, reflection, and accountability.