#37 The New NQS Part 2 - Children's health and safety
The gang's all back together as Lisa, Leanne and Liam bring you the second of our seven planned episodes on the new revised National Quality Standard. This episode we look at Quality Area 2: Children's Health and Safety.
Links
Occasional Paper 2: Children's health and safety
Information about the revised National Quality Standard
The Guide to the NQS
NQF Snapshots
In the News
Concerns raised about Bain Capital owning 24% of the OSHC sector
1028 Prep year kids were suspended in 2016 in Queensland
Vacation care program being run by volunteers and students
PISA and NAPLAN test results reveal worsening school performance
OECD Report reveals Australia still performing poorly in many ECEC indicators
Recommendations
Leanne: Starting Strong 2017 - Key OECD Indicators on Early Childhood Education and Care
Lisa: Government-funded study highlights value of early years education for all
Liam: Horsing around with young children makes them laugh – and helps them learn