Every adult working at Corner House Studio has a legal and ethical responsibility to keep the children in our care safe, supervised and supported**.**

Duty of Care also Includes

• Anticipating risks and preventing harm
• Responding quickly when something happens
• Prioritizing the needs of the children above personal convenience or comfort

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The bottom line: if a reasonable, responsible adult would take an action to keep a child safe, we are expected to do it — every time.

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What This Means for Teachers

1. Active Supervision, Always

• Stay engaged and aware when kids are in the studio—no “tuning out”
• Scan the room often, circulate, and stand or sit where you can see everyone.
• Never leave your class unattended, even “just for a minute.”
• Know where each child is at all times, including during bathroom/water breaks.
• Prep ahead so you don’t need to step out once kids arrive.

2. A Physically Safe Space

• Do a quick safety check before class: spills, cords, sharp tools, etc.
• Set up materials in safe ways to prevent accidents.
• Keep hot, sharp, or toxic supplies out of reach of younger children.
• Teach and model safe tool use (scissors, glue guns, clay tools, etc.).
• Hand out materials safely—no tossing or throwing (kids copy what they see).