Code of Conduct

Respect and dignity

Growing Brave Studio commits to:

• Treating all children and families with dignity, respect, and kindness

• Valuing each child’s individuality, strengths, culture, and identity

• Supporting choice, autonomy, and participation wherever possible

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Child safety and wellbeing

We are committed to:

• Prioritising the safety and wellbeing of children at all times

• Creating calm, predictable, and nurturing environments

• Using child-led, strengths-based, and trauma-aware approaches

• Responding promptly and appropriately to distress or safety concerns

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Professional boundaries

Growing Brave Studio maintains clear and appropriate professional boundaries by:

• Engaging with children in ways that are safe, respectful, and appropriate

• Avoiding any behaviour that could be harmful, exploitative, or confusing

• Ensuring all interactions are transparent and in the best interests of the child

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Ethical and responsible practice

We commit to:

• Acting honestly, ethically, and with integrity

• Providing services within the scope of creative wellbeing and capacity building

• Clearly communicating that services are not therapy and do not replace clinical or allied health supports

• Seeking support or guidance when matters fall outside scope

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Privacy and confidentiality

Growing Brave Studio respects privacy by:

• Handling personal information carefully and confidentially

• Only collecting and using information that is reasonably necessary

• Sharing information only with consent or where required by law or safeguarding obligations

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Communication and behaviour

We commit to:

• Communicating clearly, respectfully, and professionally

• Listening to families’ concerns and feedback without judgement

• Responding in a timely and thoughtful manner

• Encouraging open and respectful communication

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Zero tolerance for harm

Growing Brave Studio has zero tolerance for:

• Abuse, neglect, exploitation, or discrimination

• Harassment, bullying, or intimidation

• Any behaviour that compromises a child’s safety, dignity, or rights

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Legal and safeguarding responsibilities

We commit to:

• Complying with applicable Australian laws and child safety requirements

• Holding and maintaining a current Working With Children Check (WWCC)

• Meeting mandatory reporting obligations where required

• Acting in line with safeguarding and duty of care responsibilities

• Complying with all mandatory reporting obligations, including acting as a mandated notifier where required under South Australian law.

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Raising concerns

Families are encouraged to raise any concerns or questions about conduct, safety, or wellbeing.

Concerns can be raised directly with Growing Brave Studio and will be handled respectfully, promptly, and without fear of negative consequences.

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Ongoing commitment

Growing Brave Studio is committed to:

• Reflective practice and continuous improvement

• Ongoing professional development

• Regular review of policies and procedures to ensure alignment with best practice

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Contact

For questions or concerns relating to this Code of Conduct, please contact:

Growing Brave Studio
South Australia
info@growingbravestudio.com.au

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Last updated: 2026