Comply with National Quality Framework (childcare)
ECEC services must meet the NQF — assessments + ratings + ratios.
Who must comply
Approved providers + services in long day care, family day care, OSHC + preschool.
What triggers it
Providing approved ECEC service.
When due
Continuous; assessment + rating cycles.
Evidence required
Approval + service rating; staff qualifications + ratios; program documentation; incident records.
Max penalty
Significant civil + criminal penalties; cancellation of approval
Summary
The Education and Care Services National Law (administered through state versions) sets the National Quality Framework — minimum staff:child ratios + qualifications, assessment + rating system, prescribed program (EYLF). Administered by ACECQA + state regulatory authorities.
Source legislation
Topics
Source: https://www.acecqa.gov.au. Rules Mate is not a law firm. Always verify against the live regulator source before acting.