The KidsPACE Performing Arts Code of Practice

KidsPACE is building a collective of passionate, proactive teachers and business owners committed to fostering healthy, wholesome artistic journeys for all children in their care. By challenging sexualised messaging and promoting practices that safeguard children’s mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing, our industry can become a model for child-safe and ethical creative education. Our standards are backed by Dance Arts Alliance, ensuring governance and national best practice in performing arts education.

KidsPACE Code: The Five Commitments (At a Glance)

Stage 1 | Gathering of Early Supporters

Dec 2025 – August 2026

  • Public launch of the KidsPACE Code of Practice, and invitation to all industry professionals and business leaders to register as Early Supporters;

  • Early Supporters receive a digital supporter badge and an invitation to access the Stage 2 Pilot upon becoming a member of Dance Arts Alliance;

KidsPACE Rollout Plan: Stages 1-3

Stage 2 | Pilot Program Commences

September - December 2026

  • KidsPACE Pilot program commences for all Dance Arts Alliance members; the purpose being to test, refine, and strengthen the framework in real-time;

  • Access to the ‘KidsPACE in Practice’ toolkit and Digital Signatory Pack;

  • Monthly online community sessions for peer support;

  • Optional 1:1 support sessions for tailored guidance.

Stage 3 | Official Signatory Rollout

2027 TBC

  • Signatories transition from pilot testing, to formal adoption of the KidsPACE Performing Arts Code of Practice;

  • Open compliance pathway established; KidsPACE Advisory Committee provides ongoing guidance;

  • Continued online community support;

  • The development of training and professional development opportunities.

KidsPACE Code

Safeguarding Creative Childhoods

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