Parent & Carer Forum: Safeguarding Children in Early Childhood Education & Care

This free online forum brought together parents, educators and experts to explore practical ways to keep young children safe in early learning settings. You can watch the recording to hear the full discussion on body safety, partnerships between families and services, and the work underway across the sector to strengthen safeguards for children.

Age-Appropriate Body Safety Resources For Parents & Carers

The resources below were shared by the panellists to support parents and carers to talk with their children about body safety in age-appropriate ways following the forum.

I Won’t, Said Willow by Candy Lawrence – Inspired EC 

A gentle story that helps children recognise and express their right to say “no” in uncomfortable situations.  

Great Kids Books About Personal Safety, Consent and Body Ownership – Bravehearts 

A curated list of recommended books for families and educators. The Bravehearts website also provides valuable information and resources for building safe environments.  

Let’s Talk About Body Boundaries, Consent & Respect by Jayneen Sanders – available via Booktopia 

This book includes in-depth discussion questions for parents, caregivers, and educators to support meaningful conversations about body boundaries, consent, and respect.  

Books by Jayneen Sanders 

Jayneen Sanders is a highly regarded author in the area of child safety, consent, and respectful relationships. Her books offer practical tools for families and educators. 

Don’t Touch My Hair 

Don’t Touch My Hair! by Sharee Miller is a fun picture book that helps children understand personal boundaries and consent, teaching that it’s important to ask permission and respect when someone says “no.” 

ACT Parents demands action on school resourcing - add your voice for stronger public schools 

ACT public schools are under real pressure. Rising costs, staffing shortages and growing student need mean the current resourcing model is no longer keeping up. Schools are projected to overspend by almost $70 million this year. The ACT Government is reviewing how public schools are funded, and parent and carer voices are essential.

We are gathering feedback from families to inform our submission to the Public School System Resourcing Review. Parents and carers see firsthand what their child needs to thrive at school, so your perspective is essential. This is our opportunity to tell decision-makers what’s essential for a well-supported public education system.

We know it’s a busy time of year, so the survey is designed to be flexible:

• Only have 5 minutes? Complete the first section to share your top priorities.
• Have more time? Continue to the optional questions for deeper input.
  The whole survey takes no more than 10–15 minutes.

Your feedback will directly shape our submission and strengthen our advocacy for a fair, well-resourced and sustainable public education system.

P&Cs, please share this with your school communities. Every voice matters, thank you for adding yours.

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