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Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Master Directory: Filing & Evidence Guide

Purpose

Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Master Directory: Filing & Evidence Guide (Where we do things). This document is the master guide to our digital filing system. It is based on the NQS 1-7 Filing System structure and maps every "file" to its new, digital location within the Akidamy ecosystem. This answers the question, "Where do I find the evidence?" 

1. The Akidamy Digital Ecosystem (Our "Filing Cabinet")


SystemDesignation (the "Hub")Purpose (What it holds)
SweetprocessThe "Policy Library"
(Single Source of Truth for "What" & "How")
  • Policies & Procedures: The single source of truth for all school policies and procedures.
  • Handbooks: Parent and Staff Handbooks and key information about the school and operations.
  • Operational Logs: Working lunches and meetings are logged here.
  • Feedback: Uploaded feedback from the Educational Matrix.
  • QIP: Location for the Fremantle Quality Improvement Plan (QIP).
  • Risk Assessment & Management:  1Place Childcare Register.
1Place ChildcareThe "Operations & Risk Hub"
(Single Source of Truth for Operations)
  • Risk Management: Risk assessments, Hazard identification, and the Risk Register.
  • Checklists: Daily, weekly, and monthly safety checklists, including indoor and outdoor.
  • Maintenance: Maintenance logging and jobs.
  • Compliance Matrices: Education matrix is logged here. WHS (Work Health Safety) matrix is logged here.
  • Kitchen Checklists: This location of Fremantle Kitchen Checklists.
EarlyworksLocation of all educational matters
  • Educational Program: Location of all educational matters, observations, programming, curricula, and portfolios.
  • Compliance Forms: Evacuation drills are located under 'Online Forms' > 'Evacuations' (these are printed as a hard copy and put in the compliance file).
  • Communication: Parent communication between studios and parents.
  • Daily Logs: Logging of daily comms, sleep checks, including meals, nappies, etc.
  • Incidents: Incident and accident reporting for Children.
  • QIP: Location for the Perth Quality Improvement Plan.
SmartcentralThe "Enrolment & Attendance Hub"
  • Child & Family Data: Children's details, Parents' details, and Enrolment Forms.
  • Child Attendance: All bookings and rolls, casual days, headcounts, and paper rolls.
  • Financials: CCS (Child Care Subsidy) and the process of weekly/fortnightly payments. Fees, wait lists, and booking payments.
  • Children's Medical: Medical clearance letters and allergy updates.
  • Uploaded Documents: Allergy plans and Risk Minimisation Plans (which are created in Canva).
  • Staff Sign-in Ratio Monitoring (Headcounts): Sign-in and sign-out of staff at the school, including compliance with children-to-staff ratios, supervision, and Responsible Persons (RP). Responsible Person is also displayed in the reception area at all times and is updated accordingly as people sign in and sign out.
  • Note: Ensure Smartcentral is configured to log the specific start and end times that a staff member assumes the 'Responsible Person' duty (Reg 150), distinct from their standard shift sign-in. 
Childcare Easy PayPayment Gateway
  • Records: Shows records of payments from parents, including failed payments.
  • Manual Payments: Records of manual payments.
  • Reference: Provides reference ID for proof of payment (Note: ref needs to go into Smartcentral when payment is recorded).
Employment HeroThe "Staffing Hub
  • Records: Where records of staff are kept, including certifications, compliance documents, job descriptions, and performance reviews.
  • HR Documents: Qualifications, Employment Contracts, Onboarding (Links to iSpring for induction module completion certificates), and WWCC.
  • Payroll: Payroll and payslips.
  • Timesheets: Logged here for overtime.
  • Leave: Leave requests are made through this platform.
  • Staff Incidents: Incident and accident reporting for Staff.
SmartSheetData, Planning & Contractors 
  • Directories: List of contractors' and suppliers' information.
  • Occupancy Forecast: Short-term and long-term planning of school occupancy.
  • Audits: Educational Audit Matrix (Planning/Process side).
  • Events: RSVP information for events.
  • Feedback: Parent Survey Database. 
  • Employee of the Month via QR code.
AirchildCRM & Enrolment Funnel 
  • Enrolment Management: Monitoring the process from school tour to enrolment (Smart list of families) .
  • CRM: School tours booking (information stored for follow-ups) and Customer Relationship Management.
  • Communication: Friday team updates and Family newsletter.
  • Scheduling: Interviews and calendars (Parent interviews sync with calendars).
  • Feedback: Feedback from parent interviews can be seen here.
  • Social Media: Management of messages and postings.
SharePoint / TeamsThe "Admin Hub"
(Internal Collaboration)
  • Access: Accessible via Teams or through “OneDrive”.
  • Storage: Contains photos and documents.
  • Governance: Staff Meeting Minutes (located in Sweetprocess and Sharepoint as documents) and GRC Framework Reviews.
  • Incidents: Any reportable incident reviews or supporting documents being set are stored.
  • Brand: Brand guidelines.
iSpring LMSLearning Management System (LMS) 
  • Staff Onboarding: Onboarding Modules for Staff
  • Training: Where the training modules are hosted. Include how-to guides and videos
  • Tracking: Tracking of staff training module completion and certification of module Completion.
CanvaGeneral Graphic Design
  • This is a creative platform for creating documentation (in line with brand guidelines). Wellness plans and IEPs are here. School calendars and employee certificates. Children's portfolios and Illumina (Akidamy magazine)
Childcare DesktopGeneral Policy Foundation Document
  • Provides a baseline policy that the school uses as the baseline policy document that is reviewed in light of the school's actual experiences, the latest policy regulations and recommendations from ACECQA and ECRU.
Public Display (Foyer)The "Public Noticeboard" 
  • Physical Compliance: The physical wall where all mandatory public-facing documents are displayed (e.g., Ratings, Responsible Person, School Values and Philosophy, Provider Details, Grievance procedure).


2. Governance & Responsibility (The "Checks & Balances")


RoleLocationResponsibilityNQS/Reg Reference
Approved Provider (AP)AllLegally Accountable for the entire GRC system. Reviews dashboards and aggregates data across platforms (1Place, Employment Hero) to identify holistic safety trends and systemic risks. , ensures the School Director is resourced and compliant, and leads the Quarterly/Annual GRC review. Reg 173 (Prescribed Information Displayed)
Reg 168 (Management Systems)
Reg 175 (Keeping Records) 
QA 7.1 (Governance) 
School DirectorPerth & Fremantle Nominated Supervisor (NS). Operationally responsible for the entire system, manages audits, ensures regulatory compliance, and supports a safe, high-quality environment. 
Note: At Fremantle, this role also encompasses the Educational Leader duties. 
Reg 55-56 (Quality Improvement Plans)  
Reg 117B (Nominated Supervisor) 
Reg 145-152 (Staff Records & Qualifications)  
Reg 168, 170 (Policies), Reg 171 (Policy Review)
Reg 103, 105 (Premises & Equipment Safety)
QA7: Governance and Leadership (ACECQA)  
Educational LeaderPerth (P1) Official 2IC & Deputising NS. Oversees paedagogy, coaching, and RAP/SIP. Acts as primary authority in the School Director's absence.  (This role at Fremantle is currently paused.)Reg 118 (WA): Educational Leader 
QA 7.2 (Leadership) 
Reg 75 (Educational Programme)  
Head of StudiosFremantle (F1) Official 2IC & Deputising NS. Full-time role. Supports the Nominated Supervisor responsible for daily operational safety, compliance, studio supervision, and occupancy and supports the School Director. Reg 117A-C (Person in Day-to-Day Charge)
Reg 97 (Emergency Procedures)    
QA7: Governance and Leadership (ACECQA) 
Head of StudiosPerth (P1) Part-Time Support Role (Two days a week) Provides support to the School Director, Education Leader and Studio Leads through compliance checks, safety management, and studio and environment oversight. Offers coaching and mentorship to staff in staying current with legislative updates and best practice.Reg 103, 105 (Premises & Equipment Safety)
QA7: Governance and Leadership (ACECQA)  
Studio LeadOverseas operations across the studio. Safety checks (in 1Place) and daily comms (in Earlyworks) are complete. Conducts key weekly audits. Mentors and trains educators.Reg 123 (Educator to Child Ratios) 
Reg 115 (Supervision) Reg 168(2)(j) (Supervision)
Responsible Person All(when the Nominated Supervisor is not present)  Drawn from the approved pool (SD, EL, HoS).
  • Managing the service day-to-day.
  • Ensuring children’s safety, supervision, and well-being.
  • Supporting educators and addressing operational issues.
Reg 150 (Staff Record of Responsible Person) 
Sec 162 (WA Act): Offence to operate... unless a Responsible Person is present 
Studio TeacherAllThe culmination of the educational initiatives conducted within the studio aligns with the EYLF and National Quality Framework.Reg 126 (Centre-based Educator Qualifications)
Reg 272 (Early Childhood Teachers) 
QA 4 (Staffing Arrangements)   
Educator (Note: User text says "Studio Leader"; source says "Educator") AllImplements all procedures. Performs daily checklists (1Place), logs daily comms (Earlyworks), and takes headcounts (Smartcentral). Immediately logs all Hazards and Incidents in Earlyworks. Reg 85-87 (Incident, Injury, Trauma & Illness) 
Reg 84 (Child Protection Awareness)
Reg 170 (Follow Policies)
Note on ECRU & WA Legislation:
  • The WA Act: Unlike other states, WA has its own Education and Care Services National Law (WA) Act 2012. The link for Sec 162 above points to this specific WA Act.
  • The Regulations: The Education and Care Services National Regulations 2012 generally apply to WA, but are adopted under the WA Act. The links above direct to the WA legislation database, where these specific regulations are housed.

3. Policy Manual 

Location: All policies listed below are stored in the SweetProcess Policy Library.

Policy Category / TopicExact Policy Title (Searchable Name)
Access to ServicesEnrolment Policy
Administering First AidAdministration of First Aid Policy
Anaphylaxis & Allergy(Tier 1 Critical)
Anaphylaxis Management Policy
Asthma Management and Safety Policy
Authorised Persons for CollectionDelivery of Children to, and Collection From Education and Care Service Premises
Acceptance & Refusal Authorisation Policy
Behaviour Guidance (Biting/Bullying)(Tier 1 Critical)
Behaviour Guidance Policy
Bullying Policy (Children)
Building DamageUnder Severe Building Damage Earthquake Management Policy ; and 
General Maintenance & Repair: 
Report a Hazard or Maintenance Request 
Maintenance and Work at the School Procedure
Child Protection(Tier 1 Critical)
Child Protection Policy (Western Australia)
Child Safe Environment and Wellbeing Policy
Mandatory Reporting - Suspicion of Harm
Code of ConductCode of Conduct Policy
Family Conduct Guidelines (Code of Conduct)
Complaints & GrievancesDealing with Complaints Policy
Dealing with Complaints Policy (Families)
Dealing with Complaints Policy (Staff)
Grievance Procedure
Confidentiality and PrivacyPrivacy and Confidential Policy
Privacy and Confidential Procedure

COVID-19

Coronavirus (Covid-19) Management Policy
Curriculum & PedagogyCurriculum (Pedagogy) and Educators Training Policy
Educational Program Policy
Digital Technology, Camera, Cyber Safety & Security (CCTV)(Tier 1 Critical)
Safe Use of Digital Technologies and Online Environments Procedure
Digital Technology and Online Environments Policy
CCS Data Security, Governance, & Cyber Safety Policy
Technology policy
Photography Policy
Closed Circuit Television System (CCTV) Policy
Diversity and InclusionAnti-bias & Inclusion Policy
Multicultural Policy
Additional Needs Policy
Drugs, Alcohol & TobaccoFree from Tobacco, Drug, Alcohol and Vaping Policy
Emergency & Evacuation, Lockdown, Bomb Threats (Tier 1 Critical)
Emergency Management Plan
Perth - Emergency and Evacuation Policy
Fremantle - Emergency and Evacuation Policy
Evacuation Procedure including fire, lockdown and medical - Perth School
Fremantle - Fire Evacuation Procedure
Lockdown Policy (Community disturbance / violence / Hostage / Custody Dispute / Gas Leak)
Bomb Threat or Suspicious Items Policy
Enrolment and OrientationEnrolment Policy
Orientation of Families Policy
Termination of Enrolment Policy
Excursion and Transport(Tier 1 Critical)
Excursions & Incursions Policy
Safe Transportation Policy
Health, Safety and Hygiene(Tier 1 Critical)
Health and Safety Policy
Control of Infectious Disease Policy
Handwashing Policy
Sick Children Policy
Interactions with ChildrenInteractions with Children, Families & Staff Policy
Respect for Children Policy
Medical Conditions & Emergency(Tier 1 Critical)
Medical Condition Policy
Administration of Medication Policy
Diabetes Management Policy
Epilepsy Management Policy
Anaphylaxis Management Policy
Managing Medical Condition Procedure
Nutrition & Food SafetyNutrition and Food Safety
Bottle Safety and Hygienic Preparation Policy
Food Safety Program (Fremantle)
Performance & StaffingPerformance Management Policy
Staffing Arrangements Policy
Recruitment Policy
Physical EnvironmentPhysical Environment Policy
Furniture and Equipment Safety Policy
Animal and Pet Policy
Relationships with FamiliesFamily Communication Policy
Open Door Policy
Risk ManagementRisk Assessment Policy
Risk Assessment Policy and Procedure
Adventurous (Risky) Play Policy
Severe Weather Event(Tier 1 Critical)
Cyclone Preparedness and Response Policy
Flood Management Policy
Bush Fire Policy
Serious Incidents(Tier 1 Critical)
Incident, Injury, Trauma and Illness Policy
Unexpected Death of a Child at the School Policy
Sleep and Rest(Tier 1 Critical)
Sleep and Rest Policy
Sun Protection(Tier 1 Critical)
UV / Sun Safe Policy

Snake or animal on premises

Managing an Unidentified Dog Policy
Snake Awareness Policy
SustainabilityEnvironmental and Sustainability Responsible Policy
Supervision(Tier 1 Critical)
Supervision Policy
Child Supervision Procedure
Staffing Arrangements Policy 
Water Safety(Tier 1 Critical)
Water Safety Policy
Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) and Hazardous MaterialsWork Health and Safety Policy
Safe Storage of Hazardous Chemicals Policy


4.  Audit Files Required

This is our evidence of completed tasks, logs, and reports. This is the "completed" file, replacing your physical audit folder.

Audit File DocumentDigital Location (Where to find it)
Room Curriculum (Past)Earlyworks (Historical data)
Staff Meeting MinutesSharePoint / Teams (Meeting logs). A standing agenda item for WHS Consultation & Feedback must be included(In long term this will be the Sweetprocess templates.)
Reflection on TheoristsEarlyworks (as part of program reflections) or SharePoint (Meeting Minutes)
Reflective Journal (Past)Earlyworks (as part of program reflections)
Weekly Menu Template (Past)Earlyworks (Daily Comms logs) or Sweetprocess (Menu policy)
Record of Emergency Drills and EvacuationsEarlyworks ("Online Forms")
Daily WHS Checklists1Place (as "Daily Opening/Closing Checklists")
Education Matrix (Past)1Place (Smartsheet)
Staff Roster Template (Past)Smartcentral (Historical data)
First Aid Checklist (Past)1Place (as "Weekly First Aid Kit Audits")
Site Map (Past)SharePoint or Sweetprocess (as part of "Emergency & Evacuation Policy")
External Documentation (e.g., Manufacturer Statements)SharePoint / Teams (in a "Compliance" or "Maintenance" folder)
Excursion Risk Assessment... (Past)1Place (Completed Risk Assessments)
Integrated Services PlanSharePoint / Teams (as part of "Community Engagement")
Service NewslettersAir child (or email archive) 
Quality Improvement Plan (QIP)For Perth its in Earlyworks, and for Fremantle its in Sweetprocess, but will be eventually uploaded into Earlyworks. Note Copy of the QIP is also located on the Knowledges Platform as well.
NQS Internal Audits & Self-AssessmentSharepoint Word doc (In Future Tool: NQS Compliance Checklist) and Self-Assessment are located in 1Place
Spot ChecksDocuments Compliance Monitoring (Spot Check) LDC & OSHC
Current Insurance CertificateSharePoint (in a "Compliance" folder) or Employment Hero


5.  Master Risk Assessment Register

Location: All active Risk Assessments are performed and maintained within the Register of 1Place Childcare. Please be advised that the term "Reg" pertains to the National Regulation within the NQF framework. Additionally, the term "All" refers to both the Perth and Fremantle Campuses. 


Administration & Governance

Risk Assessment TitleTemplate Category (in 1Place)Regulatory ReferenceSchool
Cyber Safety, Privacy & Digital DocumentationAK - Organisational & Corporate ActivityReg 181, 168(2)(l), 195All
Volunteers and StudentsAK - Potential for Someone Getting Hurt, Serious Incident or ReportableReg 149All
Tradesperson Activity at SchoolAK – Tradesperson Activity at SchoolReg 103, 168, 115All


Health, Hygiene & Medical

Risk Assessment TitleTemplate Category (in 1Place)Regulatory ReferenceSchool
Food Safety, Handling & NutritionAK - Potential for Someone Getting Hurt, Serious Incident or ReportableReg 77, 79All
Infectious Disease & Infection ControlAK - Potential for Someone Getting Hurt, Serious Incident or ReportableReg 77, 168(2)(c)All
Nappy Changing and ToiletingAK - Potential for Someone Getting Hurt, Serious Incident or ReportableReg 115All
Sun Safety (UV / Heat)AK - Potential for Someone Getting Hurt, Serious Incident or ReportableReg 113, 114, 168(2)(a)(ii)All
Administration of MedicationAK - Potential for Someone Getting Hurt, Serious Incident or ReportableReg 92, 93, 95, 168(2)(v)Fremantle
Medical Conditions / AnaphylaxisAK - New or Current Educational Resources/ExperienceReg 90Fremantle
Sleep and Rest (SIDS / Cot Safety)AK - School Event (General, Special Activities or Incursion, Other)Reg 81Fremantle


Safety & Supervision

Risk Assessment TitleTemplate Category (in 1Place)Regulatory ReferenceSchool
Manual Handling (Staff Safety / WHS)AK - Organisational & Corporate ActivityReg 168(2)(h), WHS Act 2020All
Child Protection & Staff ConductAK - Potential for Someone Getting Hurt, Serious Incident or ReportableReg 84, 155, 168(2)(h)All
School Supervision & Ratio CheckAK - Potential for Someone Getting Hurt, Serious Incident or ReportableReg 101, 123, 175All
Incident: Missing Child / AbscondingAK - School Event (General, Special Activities or Incursion, Other)Reg 99All
Delivery & Collection of ChildrenAK - Potential for Someone Getting Hurt, Serious Incident or ReportableReg 12, 99, 102AAB, 158, 165A, 168(2)(f)All
Serious Incident, Damage or Reportable EventAK - Potential for Someone Getting Hurt, Serious Incident or ReportableReg 12, 103, 167, 168, 174, 175, 176All
Safe Arrival and Departure ChildrenAK - School Event (General, Special Activities or Incursion, Other)Reg 99Fremantle


Emergency Management

Risk Assessment TitleTemplate Category (in 1Place)Regulatory ReferenceSchool
Bushfire, Grassfire or Building FireAK - School Event (General, Special Activities or Incursion, Other)Reg 97, 168(2)(e)All
Medical Drill / Actual Incident / AK - Potential for Someone Getting Hurt, Serious Incident or ReportableReg 87, 89, 90, 97, 101, 115, 168All
Dangerous Animal (eg Dog) / SnakeAK - School Event (General, Special Activities or Incursion, Other)Reg 168All
Fire Evacuation (General & Multi-Story)AK - Potential for Someone Getting Hurt, Serious Incident or ReportableReg 97, 158All
Emergency: Lockdown / IntruderAK - Potential for Someone Getting Hurt, Serious Incident or ReportableReg 97Fremantle
Severe Weather / Storm / CycloneAK - Potential for Someone Getting Hurt, Serious Incident or ReportableReg 168Fremantle
Power Outage / BlackoutAK - School Event (General, Special Activities or Incursion, Other)Reg 97Fremantle
Lift Breakdown / EntrapmentAK - School Event (General, Special Activities or Incursion, Other)Reg 168Fremantle
Kitchen Fire / Internal SmokeAK - School Event (General, Special Activities or Incursion, Other)Reg 97Fremantle


Physical Environment & Resources

Risk Assessment TitleTemplate Category (in 1Place)Regulatory ReferenceSchool
Physical Environment: Hazardous SubstancesAK - School Event (General, Special Activities or Incursion, Other)Reg 106All
Water Safety Risk AssessmentAK - School Event (General, Special Activities or Incursion, Other)Reg 168 & 101AAll
Mystery Box Challenge (Nursery)AK - New or Current Educational Resources/ExperienceReg 93, 168, 168AAll
Sensory Tray Resources ActivityAK - New or Current Educational Resources/ExperienceReg 73, 77, 93, 100, 101, 103, 115, 167, 168, 170Perth
Large Loose Parts Resources (Outdoor Safety)AK - New or Current Educational Resources/ExperienceReg 93, 103, 115, 167, 168Perth
Homemade life-size Christmas tree paintingAK - New or Current Educational Resources/ExperienceReg 93 & 168Perth
Visiting the vegetable and flower gardenAK - New or Current Educational Resources/ExperienceReg 77, 78, 101, 114, 115Perth
Culturally Diverse Food CafeAK - New or Current Educational Resources/ExperienceReg 101, 103Perth
Project exploring Cellophane MaterialAK - New or Current Educational Resources/ExperienceReg 98, 101, 168Perth
Summer's House Toddler Garden (Lemon Tree)AK - New or Current Educational Resources/ExperienceReg 101, 114, 115Perth
New or Current Educational Resources/ExperienceAK - New or Current Educational Resources/ExperienceReg 113, 165, 167Fremantle
Stationary – Children access resourcesAK - New or Current Educational Resources/ExperienceReg 100, 101, 115Fremantle


Events & Excursions

Risk Assessment TitleTemplate Category (in 1Place)Regulatory ReferenceSchool
Community Walk (Nursery)AK - Excursion and TransportReg 100, 101, 102, 102AAB, 168All
Transportation: Regular, Public or PrivateAK - Excursion and TransportReg 100, 101, 102B - 102DFremantle
Toddlers & K3 Going to Library / ParkAK - Excursion and TransportReg 100, 101, 102Fremantle
Excursion to Norwood ParkAK - Excursion and TransportReg 100 & 101Perth
Walking from Cheriton to Summers House (Park)AK - Excursion and TransportReg 100 & 101Perth
Community Breakfast EventAK - School Event (General, Special Activities or Incursion, Other)Reg 115Perth
Easter Stay & Play (Various Studios)AK - School Event (General, Special Activities or Incursion, Other)Reg 101, 103, 115, 167Perth
Messy Stay & Play EventAK - School Event (General, Special Activities or Incursion, Other)Reg 77, 90, 103, 105, 123, 168Fremantle
Walking Excursion: BeachAK - Excursion and TransportReg 100, 101, 102, 168Fremantle
Outdoor Play Safety DrillAK - Excursion and TransportReg 101, 103, 115Perth
Special Holiday EventAK - School Event (General, Special Activities or Incursion, Other)Reg 100, 101, 103Fremantle

6. Children's Files

This is the complete digital file for each child, split across our ecosystem.

Child's File DocumentDigital Location (Where to find it)
Enrolment & Medical Records
Me and My Family (All About Me)Smartcentral (part of enrolment)
Enrolment FormSmartcentral
Parent Orientation ChecklistsSmartcentral (as part of digital enrolment)
Learning & Development Records
Children's Portfolio (all items below)Earlyworks
Developmental ChecklistsEarlyworks
Learning Story 1 & 2 (Individual or Group)Earlyworks
Learning [Story] TreeEarlyworks
Art Work SampleEarlyworks (as a photo/observation)
Summative AssessmentEarlyworks
Transition to School LetterEarlyworks
Health & Safety Records (Child-Specific)
Record of MedicationEarlyworks (as "Medication Administration Log")
Authority to Give Medication FormSmartcentral (stored with enrolment)
Asthma Management PlanSmartcentral (stored with enrolment)
Anaphylaxis Management PlanSmartcentral (stored with enrolment)
Incident, Accident, and Notifiable Matter FormEarlyWorks are done in for Children. For Staff are done in Employment Hero.
ACECQA SI01 Form (if applicable)NQA ITS Portal (Ref number copied into 1Place incident)
Behaviour Management Plan (IEP)Smartcentral (stored with enrolment, may be created in Canva)
Inclusion PlanSmartcentral (stored with enrolment)
Excursion Consent FormSmartCentral (as part of the specific (Excursion Risk Assessment are on 1Place) This is a mandatory box as part of the signoff form.


7.  Staff Files

This is the complete digital file for each team member, split across our ecosystem.

Staff File DocumentDigital Location (Where to find it)
Employment & Onboarding
Staff Induction Checklist1Spring Onboarding Module, Employment Hero Onboarding Checklist for New Staff
Staff Job DescriptionsEmployment Hero (in the employee's profile/contract)
Job Scorecards and KPIUpdated and visible in Sweetprocess, Copies are located in Employment Hero.
Confidentiality StatementEmployment Hero (as part of signed contract/onboarding)
Staff Profiles (for families)Studio Brochure (Canva) and Employment Hero (Not Shared with Parents). Name plates at front entrance of the Studio's.
Qualifications & Checks
Working with Children Checks, Police ClearancesEmployment Hero (Certifications)
Staff Qualifications (Cert III, Diploma, etc.)Employment Hero (Certifications)
Record of Staff TrainingEmployment Hero (Certifications) or/and iSpring modules
Performance & Admin
Probationary Review FormEmployment Hero (Performance Reviews)
Staff Assessment FormEmployment Hero (Bi-Annual Performance Reviews)
End of Probationary Period SurveyEmployment Hero (Performance Reviews)
Work PlanEmployment Hero (Performance Reviews)
Professional Development PlanEmployment Hero (Performance Reviews)
Leave Application FormEmployment Hero (Leave Module)
Staff Exit Pack (Staff Offboarding)Employment Hero (Offboarding)


8. Manuals


ItemsLocation
Family HandbookSweetprocess (also provided via Airchild / Smartcentral during enrolment)
Staff HandbookSweetprocess (also provided via Employment Hero during onboarding)
Workplace Health and Safety ManualSweetprocess (This is your collection of WHS/Health & Safety policies as part of Staff Handbook)


9. Public Display

This is the physical register of all items that MUST be displayed at or near the main entrance (Public Display (Foyer)).

Document / Item to be Displayed
System of Origin (where to find the master copy)

Document / Item to be DisplayedDocument / Item to be Displayed 
Service Information
The approved provider nameNQA ITS and School Notice Board
The approved service nameNQA ITS and School Notice Board
Any conditions related to provider approvalNQA ITS and School Notice Board
The name of the Nominated SupervisorNQA ITS and School Notice Board
Any waivers in placeNQA ITS and School Notice Board
Ratings
Overall rating of the service under NQFACECQA, Starting Blocks Website and School Notice Notice Board 
Current ratings of each quality areaACECQA, Starting Blocks Website and School Notice Notice Board 
Staffing & Management
Staff Roster (Current)Roster in Employment Hero and actual daily attendance in Smartcentral
Staff Profiles SheetSchool Brochure at Reception
Photograph, name and position title for the Educational LeaderEmployment Hero and Outside Studios plaques
Health & Safety
Notice of a child at risk of anaphylaxis (when relevant)Smartcentral (Risk Minimisation Plan) and email to Families
Any occurrence of an infectious disease (when relevant)Earlyworks (Incident / Illness Log) for children and email to Families.
Site Map (Current) / Evacuation PlanSweetprocess (in "Emergency & Evacuation Policy")
Perth - Emergency and Evacuation Policy
Fremantle - Emergency and Evacuation Policy
Family & Community
Family / Parent Manual /HandbookSweetprocess and Akidamy Knowledge Platform
Family Handbook - Perth
Family Handbook - Fremantle
Philosophy StatementSweetprocess and Canva
Akidamy Values and Educational Philosophies
School Notice Notice Board 
Weekly Menu (Current)Earlyworks / Sweetprocess / Displayed in Kitchen
Code of EthicsSweetprocess (in "Staff Code of Conduct Policy")
Feedback Mechanisms (How to complain)Sweetprocess (in "Complaints & Feedback Policy")
Dealing with Complaints Policy (Families)
Dealing with Complaints Policy (Staff)
Dealing with Complaints Policy
Compliants Process is also on the School Notice Board
Posters and pamphlets of community services(Physical Documents) located on school noticeboards
Excursion Risk Assessment, Plan... (Current)1Place (Can be printed for display during excursion period) 
Posters (or documents) stating matters that require notificationECRU Website and located on school noticeboards 
Contact details for the Regulatory AuthorityECRU Website and located on school display in frames in the corridor
Service PamphletReception and General Information on Website 
Parent Orientation PackAre on Canva and planned to be placed in Sweetprocess in the Future.
SIP (Strategic Inclusion Plan) also referred to ISPSIP is a tool for services to plan and improve support for children with high support needs (like disabilities).  This location on Cavana in terms of the Wellness Plan and the associated policies Additional Needs Policy & Strategic Inclusion Support (ISP or SIP), Early Childhood Intervention Practitioner (ECIP) Management Policy , Additional Needs & Strategic Inclusion Support (ISP or SIP) - Procedure
RAP (Reconciliation Action Plan) RAP is a formal document outlining a service's commitment to reconciliation with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, promoting respect, relationships, and opportunities.This is located on the online portal narragunnawali.org.au/ school meeting are stored in Sweetprocess
Governance
Governance Document (Annual or Business Report)Sweetprocess
Publications (NQS, National Regulations, EYLF, etc.)(Physical Copies at Reception) or ACECQA Website
Available Information Technology (Details for families)Sweetprocess (in "Family Communication Policy")
Digital Technology and Online Environments Policy
Technology policy
Safe Use of Digital Technologies and Online Environments Procedure


10. Sharepoint Director

Akidamy Sharepoint Structure & Access Controls

Security Groups (Based On Your Spreadsheet):
  • Founders: Full Control (All folders)
  • School Directors: Edit/Contribute (Most folders), Read-Only (Sensitive HR/Finance)
  • Education Leaders: Edit/Contribute (Education, Safety, Operations), Read-Only (Admin)
  • Reception: Edit (Admin, Operations), Read-Only (Safety, People - non-sensitive)
  • Educators: Read-Only (Policies, Safety, Education), No Access (Sensitive Admin/People)

📂 01_Safety (S)

  • Access:
    • Founders/School Directors: Full Control
    • Ed Leaders/Reception: Edit
    • Educators: Read-Only
  • Sub-folders:
    • 01.01_Risk Assessments (Archive Only - See 1Place Childcare Software for current and live assessments) 
    • Warning: Do not delete files. Regulatory retention periods apply (e.g., serious incident records must be kept until the child is 25 years old) 
    • 01.02_Incident & Accident Reports
    • 01.03_Emergency Procedures & Evacuation Plans
    • 01.04_Health & Safety Checklists
    • 01.05_First Aid & Medication
    • 01.06_Supervision Plans

📂 02_Operations (O)

  • Access:
    • Founders/School Directors: Full Control
    • Ed Leaders/Reception: Edit
    • Educators: Read-Only (Selected sub-folders like Maintenance)
  • Sub-folders:(Based on standard Ops needs + your structure)
    • 02.01_Maintenance & Facilities
    • 02.02_Licensing & Approvals
    • 02.03_Insurance
    • 02.04_Supplier Agreements

📂 03_Administration (A)

  • Access:
    • Founders: Full Control
    • School Directors: Edit
    • Reception: Edit (Specific folders like Correspondence)
    • Ed Leaders/Educators: No Access / Read-Only (Policies only)
  • Sub-folders:
    • 03.01_Business Operations
    • 03.02_Finance & Payroll (Restricted: Founders/School Directors only)
    • 03.03_Marketing & Branding
    • 03.04_Suppliers & Contracts
    • 03.05_General Correspondence
    • 03.06_Policies & Procedures (Read-Only for All Staff)
    • 03.07_Legal & Compliance
    • 03.08_Information & Technology (IT)

📂 04_People (P)

  • Access:
    • Founders: Full Control
    • School Directors: Edit
    • Ed Leaders: Edit (Training/Meeting Minutes only)
    • Reception/Educators: No Access to Staff Records
  • Sub-folders:
    • 04.01_Staff Records (Restricted Access) (Founders/School Directors Only)
    • 04.02_Training & Professional Development
    • 04.03_HR Policies & Onboarding
    • 04.04_Performance & Feedback (Restricted: Founders/School Directors Only)
    • 04.05_Staff Meeting Minutes

📂 05_Education (E)

  • Access:
    • Founders/School Directors/Ed Leaders: Full Control/Edit
    • Educators: Edit (Program/Observations)
    • Reception: Read-Only
  • Sub-folders:
    • 05.01_Curriculum & Lesson Plans
    • 05.02_Learning Stories & Observations
    • 05.03_Excursion & Incursion Planning
    • 05.04_Parent Communication
    • 05.05_Quality Improvement Plan (QIP)

📂 General

  • Access: Open to all staff (Read/Write)
  • Content:
    • Templates (Letterheads, Memos)
    • Archive (Old records from previous years)