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Centre Rating ACECQA NQS

Fitzroy Early Learning Centre: Proudly Meeting the National Quality Standard Across All Areas

We are delighted to share that Fitzroy Early Learning Centre received a “Meeting” rating in all 7 quality areas of the National Quality Standard (NQS) following our Assessment and Rating in August 2022—a major milestone for our centre.

This achievement is particularly meaningful given that Fitzroy ELC opened its doors in February 2020, just before the COVID-19 pandemic began. Navigating the challenges of that time, our passionate team remained focused on delivering the highest standards of care and education. To have successfully met all 7 quality areas during such a complex period is a true testament to the dedication, resilience, and professionalism of our educators and leadership team.

Fitzroy ELC – NQS Rating Snapshot:

  • Quality Area 1: Educational Program & Practice – Meeting NQS

  • Quality Area 2: Children’s Health & Safety – Meeting NQS

  • Quality Area 3: Physical Environment – Meeting NQS

  • Quality Area 4: Staffing Arrangements – Meeting NQS

  • Quality Area 5: Relationships with Children – Meeting NQS

  • Quality Area 6: Collaborative Partnerships with Families & Communities – Meeting NQS

  • Quality Area 7: Governance & Leadership – Meeting NQS

  • Overall Rating: Meeting National Quality Standard

This rating reflects the strong foundations we’ve built in just a few short years.

As part of our commitment to ongoing excellence, we are already working on our centre’s strengths to ensure we maintain our “Meeting” rating or even to achieve an “Exceeeding” rating during our next assessment cycle, expected in the coming year or two. Continuous improvement is woven into everything we do—from our educational programming and team development to our engagement with families and the broader community.

While the formal rating is an important measure, we believe the true quality of our service is experienced every day by the families and children in our care. We warmly invite you to explore:

  • Google reviews from our families, visible by scrolling to the bottom of our website homepage and reviewing our emailed testimonials 

  • Feedback and snapshots shared via Instagram and Facebook

  • Tours of our service, where you can meet our team and see our vibrant learning environment in action

Additionally, our Quality Improvement Plan (QIP)—a core component of the NQS process and a reflection of our growth mindset—is available at reception for families who would like a deeper look into our strategies and goals for the future.

For more on the National Assessment & Rating process, visit:
https://www.acecqa.gov.au/assessment/assessment-and-rating-process

We are incredibly proud of how far we’ve come and are excited about what lies ahead. Thank you for being part of our journey.