This self-assessment tool is to be used by family day care services to conduct an assessment of their service against the National Law and Regulations that align with the National Quality Standard (NQS).
Family day care self-assessment tool
This self-assessment tool is to be used by early childhood services to conduct an assessment of their service against the National Law and Regulations that align with the National Quality Standard (NQS). You are required to submit this form to the Education Standards Board when requested along with any supporting documentation evidence where indicated. If you indicate a no response for any of the listed Laws or Regulations, you are required to complete the rectifications section at the end of each page.
The National Law and National Regulations apply to all education and care services. Services are defined as either centre-based care or family day care.
Note: We encourage you to use the online form above. If you have any questions about using the form, please call 1800 882 413 or email educationstandardsboard [at] sa.gov.au for assistance. You can provide feedback in a short survey at the end of the form.
The pdf form below will be also available until late April 2023. If using the pdf below, you will need to print and complete the form, scan and upload to NQAITS, along with supporting documentation.
