COVID-19

COVID-19

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We have put in place a number of COVID-19 policy and procedure changes to ensure we keep all children in our care, their families and our staff, safe.
 

We are committed to:

 
  • Following the advice from NSW Health and Public Health order requirements at all times;
  • Ensuring all of our staff are fully vaccinated against COVID-19, including boosters;
  • Conducting temperature screenings for every child who attends our service, and all staff;
  • Rapid Antigen Testing for all staff prior to entry into Mikarie, at the commencement of their shift;
  • All staff will continue to wear surgical face masks;
  • Following strict hygiene and cleaning protocols at the centre;
  • Educating our children on hand hygiene and other COVID safe practices;
  • Providing regular updates to parents/guardians with regard to access to services and / or any changes to operations in response to COVID-19;
  • Making available our COVID-19 Safety Plan to parents/guardians which is on display at Mikarie.
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For Parents and Guardians dropping Off and Picking Up Your Child :

 
  • You will be required to wear a surgical mask prior to entering Mikarie;
  • A mask donning station will be set up at the entrance to Mikarie;

We ask that you:

 
  • Advise Mikarie immediately if any household member is confirmed to have COVID-19;
  • Comply with isolation requirements and stay home where required;
  • Keep your child at home if unwell.
 
If you have any questions regarding our approach to COVID-19, please contact the Mikarie Child Care Centre Director on (02) 8536 0161.