safety and supervision policy

Day One Education is committed to providing a safe, respectful, and supportive environment for all students. The following policies outline how safety and supervision are managed.

1. Supervision During Sessions

  • Students are supervised by the tutor during scheduled session times only.

  • Supervision begins at the scheduled start time and ends at the scheduled finish time.

2. Drop-Off and Pick-Up

  • Parents/guardians are responsible for ensuring students arrive on time.

  • Students should not arrive excessively early, as supervision may not be available prior to the session.

  • Students must be collected promptly at the end of the session unless prior arrangements have been made.

3. Responsibility Outside Session Times

  • Day One Education does not provide supervision before or after scheduled sessions.

  • Responsibility for students outside session times remains with parents/guardians.

4. Safe Learning Environment

Day One Education aims to maintain an environment that is:

  • Respectful

  • Inclusive

  • Free from bullying or disruptive behaviour

All students are expected to contribute positively to this environment.

5. Behaviour and Safety

For the safety and wellbeing of all participants:

  • Unsafe, disruptive, or inappropriate behaviour will not be tolerated

  • Instructions from the tutor must be followed at all times

  • Students must treat equipment, materials, and others with care

Where behaviour compromises safety or learning:

  • Parents/guardians may be contacted

  • The student may be removed from the session if necessary

6. Medical Conditions and Allergies

  • Parents/guardians are responsible for notifying Day One Education of any relevant medical conditions, allergies, or special requirements prior to attendance.

  • Day One Education does not provide medical treatment beyond basic first aid where appropriate.

7. Emergency Situations

In the event of an emergency:

  • Appropriate action will be taken to ensure student safety

  • Parents/guardians will be contacted as soon as reasonably possible

8. Use of Equipment and Materials

Where equipment or materials are used:

  • Students are expected to use them responsibly

  • Any misuse may result in removal from the activity

9. Respectful Conduct

All students are expected to:

  • Treat others with respect

  • Participate appropriately

  • Contribute to a positive group environment

Maintaining a respectful environment is essential to ensuring all students feel safe and supported.

10. Communication with Parents/Guardians

Day One Education may communicate with parents/guardians regarding:

  • Student participation

  • Behaviour concerns

  • Safety-related matters

Open communication is encouraged to ensure the best experience for all students.