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Advice for parents wanting to ensure that their children are as safe as possible in childcare
This resource explains what makes child care safe and high quality. It highlights the importance of well-trained, consistent educators, good staff-to-child ratios, and trustworthy relationships. It also encourages parents to be aware of ownership, staff stability, and centre ratings, and to listen to children and trust their feelings about safety.
- Organisation:
- Diversity Kids
- Topic:
- Abuse, Children and family services
- Target audience:
- Parents or carers
- Service area:
- National
- Published:
- March 2025
- Last reviewed:
- November 2025
English
Advice for parents wanting to ensure that their children are as safe as possible in childcare
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