We noticed...

... In 2023 there was a highly publicised event involving the abuse of a number of children by an Early Years Educator. This event shook our small Isle of Capri community, both educators and families. Company wide, Eden Academy demonstrated their commitment to Child Safety and embedding Child Safe Principles by introducing a statement of commitment to child safety which is signed by every educator employed. With the mindset of ensuring child safety and embedding Child Safe Principles, we launched our own investigation into how we can improve our current practice at the centre level to ensure all children are safe and feel secure in our service.

What are we trying to achieve?

We seek to ensure all children within our service and under our care are safe and feel a sense of security. This extends beyond physical safety and includes mental wellbeing, cultural safety and inclusion. 

How will we do this?

1. Engage in Critical Reflection as a Team

2. Explore ways to be culturally safe

3. Implement methods to empower children to manage their own safety

When will we do this by?

December 2024

How will we measure our success?

Educators are making decisions that take into consideration the physical and mental wellbeing of all children in their care. 

Observe in practice:

• Educators are intentional in supervision choices

• Educators maintain safety policies and procedures

• Educators nurture and support children to regulate emotions

• Educators empower and educate children to become be increasingly independent (where developmentally appropriate)

Sight Documentation:

• Critical reflections on child safety, cultural safety, physical environment and mental wellbeing

Who is responsible?

All educators