
It is required by social services that staff be “knowledgeable and respectful of culture of children.” There are ratios given by the Department of Social Services that require a teacher per number of children within an age group. The DSD requires all staff members to be trained and skilled in first aide. Additionally, medical clearance is required for any staff member to be eligible to work in a childcare facility regardless of their position.


South African Government Regulations and Policies for Registration of Early Childhood Development Centres Staffing RequirementsĪccording to the DSD regulations on day care facilities, staff members must be in the age range of 18-60 years old.
