Premises and Facilities criterion 19
There is space available for the restful sleep of children who need it at any time they are attending.
Related to clause 45(1)(a)(ii) of standard.
Rationale/Intent:
The criterion aims to uphold the wellbeing of children by ensuring there are adequate provisions for sleep. Home-based services are more able to respond to children's individual sleep needs regardless of their age, due to the smaller group size and family atmosphere. A single criterion ensuring that children's sleep needs are met in an appropriate way regardless of their age is therefore appropriate for this service type.