An "incident" register is kept at the centre to comply with the Workplace Health and Safety Regulations. In the event of a child needing medication during session, please inform the Director. Medication will only be administered if: It is prescribed by a doctor, in its original container with the original pharmacist’s dispensing label with details of: Child’s name Name of medication Dosage Frequency How it is to be administered Date of dispensing Expiry date Parents have completed and signed the Medication Book. A child-resistant cupboard or container in the refrigerator is used for the storage of medication. Allergies and intolerances It is the responsibility of the parents to notify MCH of any known allergies and food intolerances experienced by their children. If your child has a known allergy or food intolerance, please ask for a copy of the Allergy Management Policy. Asthma Management Staff are trained in First Aid and Asthma Management. Parents of children who are known to suffer from Asthma are required to provide an Asthma Action Plan and to read the MCH Asthma Management Policy. Hygiene Practices MCH encourages and maintains a clean and hygienic environment at all times. Hygiene Policies have been developed in accordance with the Education and Care Services National Law Act 2010 and the Education and Care Services National Regulations 20011. Washing of Hands Children are required to wash hands: After using the toilet Before touching food On arrival and departure from the centre Parents and children wash their hands OR use the hand sanitizer provided at reception on arrival and departure from the Centre. Staff are meticulous in washing hands in the above and in the following: Administering First Aid to children Assisting children in the toilet Assisting children with food Any other appropriate time On arrival and departure from the Centre
Our Goals 1 2 3 4 5 Deliver a high quality Montessori based kindergarten program. Promote excellence and innovation in early childhood education. Strengthen existing and facilitate new community partnerships. Create a positive and rewarding workplace for staff. Build a viable and sustainable kindergarten service. Our Key Strategies Implement the National Quality Framework and work towards achieving a rating of ‘exceeding the national quality standard’. Embed the Early Years Learning Framework, Queensland Kindergarten Guidelines and Montessori philosophy into practice. Ensure the program is child centred, play based, stress free, spontaneous with relevant intentional teaching. Share our knowledge and expertise with others. Staff and committee to attend relevant professional development on early childhood innovation. Ensure access to well maintained, authentic and high quality Montessori learning materials and environments Conduct regular early childhood and Montessori method professional development and information evenings for staff and parents. Maintain a well stocked lending library for parents for books on early childhood education and theory. Connect families with each other and with local support services as needed. Promote the value and contribution of our kindergarten (and our central governing body, The Gowrie) within our local community. Support local businesses where possible in the engagement of services for the kindergarten. Work closely with local schools to smooth the transition and promote continuity of learning. Foster open and honest communication with the teaching team. Promote a culture that recognises and rewards excellence. Support staff learning, training and professional development through subsidies for specialised training workshops. Ensure a safe and supportive work environment with appropriate and up-to-date facilities and technologies. Undertake weekly staff meetings for continuous reflection and planning. Conduct annual performance reviews. Ensure financial viability and sustainability. Compile and implement annual budget and 3-5 year financial and infrastructure plans. Ensure effective use and management of resources and facilities. Take advantage of funding opportunities (eg. Grants). Ensure accountability through good governance, functional committee operation and committee transitions. Minimise our environmental footprint.