2006 Census Instructions

Preparing for the 2006 Childcare Census

There are several items of data that should be completed for all families that are expected to be in attendances during the week of the Childcare Census.

Parenting Details

For each family, select a parenting arrangement. If the regular parenting arrangement involves 2 parents or guardians, you must enter details for both parents or guardians.

Parent & Guardian Details

For each parent or guardian nominated on the General tab, you must indicate their current working arrangements and also the primary language spoken at home (Language position 1). If N/A is selected under languages, it is assumed that English is spoken at home. If you know that a language other than English is spoken at home, but are unsure what this language is, set Language 1 to "Other".

Child Details

For each child that is likely to attend during the census week, ensure that the following information is accurate:

• Gender
• DOB (Date of Birth)
• ATSI - if the child is of Aboriginal or Torres Strait descent
• Special Considerations (see the census documentation for additional documentation)

Additionally, if the child's DOB is not clearly school or non-school age enter the approximate Starts School Date.

Preschool Activities

If you operate a room / roll that provides preschool activities, edit the roll on the admin page and tick "Provides Preschool Activities"

Marking the Roll

During census week you should mark the roll with full In / Out times for each child. The In / Out times for each child are part of the data required during the census.