child safety at rose of sharon

Our commitment to child safety

Rose of Sharon is committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment for all children in our care. We uphold the highest standards of child safety and well-being, and we are dedicated to creating a culture where children feel respected, protected, and empowered.

Our Core Values:

● Zero Tolerance for Child Abuse: We have a zero-tolerance policy for all forms of child abuse and neglect. We take all allegations of child safety concerns seriously and will report them to the relevant authorities immediately, as mandated by law.

● Duty of Care: We recognise our legal and moral obligation to ensure the safety and well-being of every child in our care. We achieve this through our policies, procedures, and training programs for all staff and volunteers.

● Safeguarding Children: We actively create a safe environment by conducting checks of Working With Children Checks (WWCC) for all staff and volunteers, maintaining appropriate adult-to-child ratios, and implementing clear supervision protocols.

● Empowering Children: We promote children's rights to feel safe and to be heard. We encourage children to communicate their needs and concerns in a safe and supportive environment.

● Continuous Improvement: We are committed to continuous improvement in our child safety practices. We regularly review and update our policies and procedures, and we provide ongoing training for our staff and volunteers on child safety and well-being.

Collaboration

We believe in a collaborative approach to child safety. We work closely with families, regulatory bodies, and other childcare services to share information and best practices to ensure the safety of all children.

Transparency and Communication

We are committed to open communication with families about our child safety practices. We will provide families with information about our policies, procedures, and reporting obligations. We are also committed to listening to families' concerns and working together to ensure the safety and well-being of all children. Rose of Sharon is dedicated to providing a safe and happy environment where children can thrive. We believe that all children deserve to feel safe, respected, and loved.