Quality Area Seven

The aim of Quality Area 7 under the National Quality Standard is to support effective leadership and management of the service that contributes to quality environments for children’s learning and development. Well-documented policies and procedures, well-maintained records, shared values, clear direction and reflective practices enable the service to function as a learning community.

An ongoing cycle of planning and review, including engagement with families, creates a setting for continuous improvement.

Governance and Leadership

Standard 7.1 - Governance

Governance supports the operation of a quality service.

Element 7.1.1 - Service philosophy and purpose

A statement of philosophy guides all aspects of the service’s operations.

Element 7.1.2 - Management Systems

Systems are in place to manage risk and enable the effective management and operation of a quality service.

Element 7.1.3 - Roles and responsibilities

Roles and responsibilities are clearly defined, and understood, and support effective decision making and operation of the service.

Standard 7.2 - Leadership 

Effective leadership builds and promotes a positive organisational culture and professional learning community.

Element 7.2.1 - Continuous improvement

There is an effective self-assessment and quality improvement process in place.

Element 7.2.2 - Educational leadership

The educational leader is supported and leads the development and implementation of the educational program and assessment and planning cycle.

Element 7.2.3 - Development of professionals 

Educators, co-ordinators and staff members’ performance is regularly evaluated and individual plans are in place to support learning and development.

Information obtained from: https://www.acecqa.gov.au/nqf/national-quality-standard/quality-area-7-governance-and-leadership