Browse the collection of resources, templates and forms to help providers, services and families understand the operational requirements of early childhood education and care services.
Notify the regulatory authority – Notification Decision Tool The Notification Decision Tree (NDT) can assist in deciding whether a notification is required and the timeframe in which that notification should be made.
National Quality Standard information sheets
NQF Frequently asked questions
Guide to the National Quality FrameworkThe Guide to the NQF can assist in developing policies and procedures that demonstrate the approved provider is capable of operating the service in a way that meets legislative requirements.
National Quality Standard – supporting materials and resources
National Quality Standards – videos of approved services putting the standards into action
Understanding educator-to-child ratios from 1 January 2016
Policies and procedures about children's sleep and rest
Red Nose as listed in the Guide to the National Quality Framework as a resource for information about safe sleeping practices for babies and toddlers
Sleep and rest in early childhood education and care services
Podcast 4 - Sleep, rest and relaxation and the National Quality Standard
Podcast playlist