Our Safety Commitment
Creating Safe, Supportive Environments for Every Child
At Affinity Education, the safety, rights and wellbeing of every child are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to providing secure, nurturing environments where children aged birth to five can learn, grow and thrive.
We follow Australia’s national best practices in early childhood education and care, with a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse or harm. Every member of our team - from educators to executives - shares in the responsibility of keeping children safe and ensuring families feel confident in our care.
A Culture of Safety, Not Just a Checklist
Safety isn’t just a policy at Affinity - it’s a culture built into our everyday practices, training, and decision-making. Our #SafetyStartsWithMe initiative empowers every team member to take personal ownership of safety, raise concerns, and maintain high standards at all times.
We are supported by national Safety, Compliance and Education teams who regularly visit centres to conduct audits, provide coaching, and ensure consistency across all services.
How We Keep Children Safe Every Day
Child Protection and Mandatory Reporting
All educators are trained in child protection and understand their legal responsibilities. Concerns are taken seriously and responded to immediately. We work closely with authorities and take decisive action - including removing individuals who do not meet our standards.
Safe, Secure Environments
Indoor and outdoor areas are regularly inspected and maintained to ensure they are free of hazards and designed with children’s safety in mind.
Vigilant Supervision
Educators maintain active, engaged supervision - anticipating risks and responding with care. We promote a “See Something, Say Something” approach to safety.
Health and Hygiene
Strict hygiene practices are followed daily, including handwashing, safe chemical use, food preparation protocols, and illness prevention training.
Safe Sleep Practices
Children rest in calm, comfortable environments. We follow national safe sleep guidelines, with 5–10 minute sleep checks and individual sleep spaces in nurseries.
Excursions and Transport
Excursions are not a regular part of our program, but if they occur, detailed risk assessments and safety protocols are always followed. A small number of centres provide transport, with approved car seats, safety checks, and supervision in place.
Sun Safety
We follow SunSmart guidelines, ensuring outdoor play occurs at safe times and children wear hats and SPF 50+ sunscreen.
Medical and Dietary Safety
We accommodate individual needs with allergy placemats, food ID cards, and medical management plans - ensuring safe, inclusive mealtimes for all.
Gates, Fences and Secure Entry
Centres are secured with monitored entry points, regularly maintained fences, and strict sign-in/out procedures for authorised carers only.
Emergency Preparedness
All services run regular emergency drills with children and educators, supported by regularly reviewed evacuation and lockdown procedures.
Partnering with Families to Keep Children Safe
We believe safety is a shared commitment. That’s why we work in partnership with families - listening to concerns, answering questions, and encouraging open communication. Centre Managers are always available to speak with families, because a safe environment is built on trust.
Supported by National Teams, Driven by Local Care
Our national Safety, Compliance and Education teams work alongside our centre teams to ensure every child receives the highest standard of care. Safety is built into every induction, team meeting, and training session - so that every educator, every day, understands the vital role they play.
At Affinity, protecting children isn’t just a responsibility. It’s our purpose.