[FULL ACCESS] Quality Area of NQS and Regulations for Centre Based Services

The provided assignment is focused on two key aspects of early childhood education: the quality area of the National Quality Standard (NQS) and regulations for centre-based services. The first section delves into the quality area, highlighting the importance of a well-designed physical environment that promotes inclusivity, flexibility in use, and interaction between indoor and outdoor spaces. The second section focuses on regulations for centre-based services, covering essential aspects such as health and safety, staffing arrangements, physical environment, educational programs and practices, leadership, and service management. These regulations serve as guidelines for early childhood educators to ensure high-quality care and education for children.

CHCECE003- PROVIDE
CARE FOR CHILDREN

Activity -1
1. National quality framework
The early care and high-quality education in life can provide better education,
employment and health later in life. In the early years the self-esteem, healthy growth and
capacity to learn are established. In order to make sure that children receive high standards of
education and care (NQF)the national quality framework for early childhood education and care
was established. To most long day acre ,family care and outside school hours care services the
NQF is applied. The educators with enhanced skills and qualification are appointed at NQF.
Under an applied law system the NQF operates. The law compromises the education and care
services national law and education and care services national regulations. The main goal of this
law is to set a national standard for education of children across Australia. A standard approach
to the regulation and quality assessment of education and child cares services is created by
national legislative framework. A national benchmark for quality of education and cares services
is set by national quality standards. The guidance on reports on the NQF is provided by
Australian Children's education and care quality authority(ACECQA).The seven quality areas
that are essential for children are looked after by NQF. These areas are as follows-:
 Health and safety of children
 Arrangement of staffing
 Physical environment
 Educational program and practice
 Leadership and service management
 Partnership with communities and families.
 Relationship with children
The key aspect of the NQF is the national quality standards(NQS).The high benchmark
for early childhood education and acre is set by NQS. In order to provide a better understanding
of quality service it helps families to make informed decisions regarding the services provided to
children. By their regulatory authorities the services are assessed and rated against NQS. For
each 7 quality areas the rating is given. The quality in children's education and care services can
be improved through educator to child ratios. It gives the educator the power to enhance
individual care and attention and to contribute towards better social and learning outcomes for
children.

2. Toilet training
In order to be ready to start using the potty there is no standard age. The skill is gained
among children to start training when hey are between 18 months and three years old. The
physical signs of readiness can be when the children can pull up and down their pant with only a
little help or after a nap they wake up with a dry nappy. This represents that bladder muscles are
developed. The behavioural signs can be when they show discomfort when the nappy is wet or
dry.
3. Reaction on child's toileting accident
I will stay cool and take a deep breath and in case of accidents I will be prepared with dry
clothing. The child will feel more secure in the knowledge that accidents happen. I will help the
child to change clothes. The child cannot do it independently. In a plastic bag seal the solid
clothes and send them to wash. I will help the child to avoid accidents by reminding them to use
toilets in every few hours. The scolding or shaming can make the child more uncomfortable. I
will remind the child that since the diaper is not used so the toilet need to be used.
4. Procedures for using potty chairs
 The contents need to be emptied into the tilts and the chair need to be washed with
detergent and warm soapy water. Do not wash the potty in a sink that is used for washing
hands.
 The bath-room of education and care service need to be cleaned twice a day. Once in the
middle of day and once after 6 pm.
 In order to help the child with procedure each child will be accompanied by a staff.
 When assisting a child on the toilet gloves are to be required.
 When toileting a child wipes will also be provided if the staff members need these.
 After toileting the child need to be helped to was their hands.
Activity -2
1. In the growth and development of children food provided in child care has essential
role to play. It also important for the development of future eating habits. The
significant amount of child's daily nutritional requirements need to be met in a long
day childcare patients. In order to provide care to children a variety of foods such as
fruits, cereals,lean meat, fish need to be given. Throughout the day the children need
to be encouraged to drink water and milk. A minimum of one meal and two-snacks

each day must be provided by long- day childcare centres. The healthy meals for the
children need to be encouraged.
2 a) Infants aged one year -: The milk and water after eating need to be given to children.
Healthy food such as rice and dairy foods can also be given. The food that can be easily pickers
and eaten by children can be given to them. At regular interval milk and juices should be given.
b) Toddlers aged two years -: Meat, fish, eggs, cheese, fruits, vegetables, flour products etc can
be given to this age group children.
Children aged five years -: Meat, fish, chicken, mill, bowls of yoghurt, pasta, corn, breads etc
can be given to this age-group children. The fruits such as apple, banana, peach, pear etc need to
be taken.
3. Encouraging children to eat healthy snack food
The children can be encouraged by letting them to have some choices. To engage their
interest some snacks can be made available to them and let them pick their favourites can be a
good way. The few basic options such as carrot sticks, fruits can be made offer to them and from
that they can pick any of their favourite. The snack time need to be kept focused and free from
any distraction.
4. Healthy eating and physical activity
The quality area focus on to provide a healthy food items to children and also he
nutritious food and drinks is given to children by the service. Through planned and spontaneous
experience the physical activity is promoted .The physical activity is enjoye through play. The
healthy choices of food and lifestyle is made.The children are taught healthy eating habits and
behaviours.
Activity-3
1. Handling the situation
This situation can be handled by convincing the child to wear jacket while playing
outside. The child need to be made aware that how outside temperature can affect his/her body
and can make them sick. The loose collar jackets should be purchased for children so that they
are comfortable in it. The negotiation can be done with children to give them their favourite toys
if they wear the jackets. In this way the child can be convinced to wear jacket while playing
outdoor games.
2. Jewellery should not be wear by children

The children should not be allowed to wear jewellery as due to children wear ear rings
can increase the risk to infection or allergic learning. The bracelets and necklaces are also not a
good idea as they are choking hazards. The allergic reactions to children can be caused due to
jewellery such as bracelets , necklaces and so on. In terms of safety it is not a good idea to wear
jewellery for children.
Activity-4
1. Encouraging children to get involve in physical experience
The children should be allowed to choose the type of activity they are interested in. With
different physical activity environments the child should be helped to develop skills and
strategies. The televisions should be restricted so that they can focus more on outdoor activities.
The basic sporting skills should be shown to child such as ball throwing, skipping etc. The
family outings need to be physically active. Around the home the children need to be involved in
physical activities such as gardening, washing the car etc. Around the neighbourhood the child
be taken for regular walks.
2. Food preparation and procurement
Yes, it is good idea to involve children in food preparation and procurement as with they
will learn something that will be good for their future. But at the same time health and safety
measure need to be taken while indulging in this activity. The children can help with washing
fruits and vegetables, chopping, setting the table, serving etc. In the preparation of healthy snack
they can get involved in simple cooking. Under the guidance an assistance of elders the children
should practice these activities.
Activity – 5
1. Encouraging children to participate in physical activity
The participation in sports activity need to be encouraged. The children must be
motivated to try different sports to discover ones they enjoy. The overall health should be
focused to encourage active learning. As per Australian guideline for each group the physical
activity that is required is mention in it. The programs and activities need to arranged so that
children can participate. The sport activity such as cricket tournament can be held in which
children of particular age group can take part. The racing competition can be held for the
children. The children who will be coming will be given prizes and gifts. The classes such

aerobic, gymnastics etc can also be organized for the children. They can participate in these
classes as per their desire.
2.Deigning programs, activities and equipments
The safety of children need to be taken care when designing programs, activities,
equipments. All the material and equipments that are used should not cause any harm to these
children. The safe and secure atmosphere should be given to children. The first-aid box should
be there in case if there is any injury that can take place during the programs or activities. The
support-staff should be appointed so that they can look after the children at regular intervals.
In order to keep the equipment safe and the instructions of manufacture need to be followed. The
training need to be given to support staff so that they can provide proper care during the
program.
3.Advantages of encouraging children in outdoor play
The advantages will be numerous. As the children will stay healthy and fit while
participating in outdoor activities. The learning abilities of children will be developed by playing
outside. The children will soon learn through play by putting the educational equipment
outdoors. The creativity will encourage through outdoor play. Children will become more
active/The good fitness levels will be build which will enable them to reduce the extra calories.
The children will feel happier and calmer than it will give children the freedom of playing
outdoor. The children will explore new games and become confident on learning to try new
things without being guided by adults. They will also interact with other children. They will
become self-reliant. They can quickly tap to creativity as being outside the imagination of
children are often stimulated by objects around them. In an ongoing process they will think of
learning .
4. Planning to support need and interest of children's
All the needs and interest of children will be looked after to provide them with quality
services. The programs will be organized for children so that they can participate in it. The
picnic, trips will be organized to provide the children with good atmosphere. The facilities such
as food and drinks will be planed and looked after so that all that the requirements of children are
looked after properly. The security of children should be kept in mind while taking children for
outdoor activities. The healthy diet such fruits, vegetables,milk etc need to be given to children.

Activity-6
1. Ensuring materials required for children are accessible
It is necessary to make sure that material required for children are accessible to provide
them w with a consistent environment. A sense of belongingness and attachment will be felt by
children with a predictable and consistent environment. Using materials and equipments the
opportunities will be given to them to practice. To promote competence, independent exploration
and learning. Through play it is necessary to access materials to children. In order to give
children quality care and help them to develop between learning abilities it is necessary. In order
to protect the children from any harm or danger and provide them with safe place it is necessary .
2. Task that children should be encouraged.
The children should be encouraged to wash their hands at regular intervals. They need to
wash their hands before and after having food. They should be encouraged to keep and adapt
healthy habits such as keeping surrounds neat and clean. Switching off electricity when not in
use etc. The children should finish their food at fix-time period. They need to also make note of
homework and work that has been given to them. They need to learn how to use a toilet and feed
self with spoon. Children at age 3 need to be able to put dirty clothes in the hamper
independently. They need to learn how to eat properly with the spoon without any help from
others.
3. Components of physical fitness
The swimming, climbing, dancing, running around activities need to be organized for the
children. These activities should keep their heart and lungs healthy and strong. A healthy body
weigh need to be maintained and they should feel better about their bodies. The infants' ned to be
physical active several times a day. The floor-based activities such as pushing and crawling. The
toddlers should do physical activity 180 mins through the day. In order to get move the active
play such as climbing frame, playing in water, ball games are best for this age group. They can
do walking, running, dancing, tumbling etc.
The children with age group (6-9 years) can do skating, gymnastics etc. They can also play
baseball and soccer etc.
4. Children and staff wash their hands
After eating and before eating food the staff and children should wash their hands. The
children and staff should also wash their hands after using toilet. When coming from outside the

hands should be washed. At regular intervals the hands should be washed by them both in order
to maintain hygiene and clean atmosphere. The staff duty is to make sure that children are
washing their hand faster having food and after going to toilet. After playing on the ground the
children need to wash their hand. Before handling clean utensils or equipment the staff need to
clean their hands.
5. Encouraging good hygiene practice
For very child's daily routine a good oral hygiene practice should be part. A wide-range
of health issues such as bad breath, cavities can be prevented by cleaning a child's teeth and
gums. A lot of care and pampering is needed for nails to stay healthy. So, the child need to be
taught how to care for it at an early age. The nail-care habits need to developed. Every week for
smaller kids the fingernails should be clipped. Hand-washing is an integral part .At young age
the children should be taught wash their hands at regular intervals. The children also should be
taught to eat their food properly. No wastage should be done and food should not be dropped on
the floor.
Activity -7
1. Quality area of the NQS
The physical environment is considered with the design and location of the premises is
appropriate for the operation of a service. The elements are outdoor and indoor spaces, buildings,
furniture, equipments ,facilities and resources that are suitable for their purpose. The premises ,
furniture, equipment are safe, clean and well maintained. In order to make sure that access
participation by very child in the service the facilities are designed or adapted. The interaction
between indoor and outdoor space is allowed flexible use and interaction. The second standards
is the environment is inclusive so it promotes competence , independent exploration and learning
through play. The elements of this are that in order to engage every child in quality experiences
the outdoor and indoor spaces are designed and organized. The third standards is that in order to
provide care for its environment the services takes and active role. The elements are that in
service operations sustainable practices are embedded. The support is given to children in order
to become responsible towards environment and show respect towards it.
2. Regulations for centre based services
 Health and safety of children
 Arrangement of staffing

 Physical environment
 Educational program and practice
 Leadership and service management