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Early Learning and Care Quality Assessment Requirements

Toddler
19. Positive Atmosphere
  1 or 2 3 4 or 5
Does Not Meet Expectations Meets Expectations Exceeds Expectations

Staff shout at children Staff use sarcasm, mocking or harsh words Staff are repeatedly not welcoming Staff repeatedly do not model appropriate positive social behaviour Staff maintain a positive tone of voice Staff are patient Staff direct positive attention to all children Staff model positive non-verbal communication skills Staff use teachable moments to further develop positive social behaviours Staff display empathy

PDF of all Toddler Criteria


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