We at a Place to Grow Academy, are committed to providing a child-safe and child-friendly environment where children and young people feel safe and empowered to participate in decisions that affect their lives actively.
We have zero tolerance for child abuse and emotional and physical harm and are committed to acting in children’s best interests and keeping them safe from harm at all times. We are committed to providing a culturally safe environment for all children including First Nations children, children from culturally and or/linguistically diverse backgrounds and children with disabilities. We recognise that all children are unique and have the right to be protected.
A Place to Grow Academy considers its responsibilities regarding child protection with the utmost importance and is committed to the continuous upholding of compliance with all relevant child protection laws and regulations. Each member of A Place to Grow Academy’s community understands the specific role that they play both individually and collectively in ensuring that the well-being and safety of all children are at the forefront of every decision that they make.
Our commitment to children and young people
We intend to:
Cultivate trust and confidence among educators and children, empowering them to express themselves authentically
Provide children with a safe space to trust and be themselves
Use various teaching methods, role modelling, and differentiated instruction to meet each child’s diverse needs
Actively engage families in their child’s education, encouraging participation, shared decision-making, and regular feedback.
Seek passionate educators dedicated to children’s best outcomes.
Ensure children and young people know who to approach if they feel unsafe or have any child safety concerns.
By valuing and supporting each child’s diverse interests and strengths, we aim to create an environment where children thrive academically and develop self-confidence and enthusiasm for exploration and discovery.
Use our knowledge from education, allied health, psychology, and social science to provide the best learning programs and environments possible.