Last updated: 23 Jan 2026

The Darling Theatre Company (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to maintaining up-to-date, effective, and transparent policies that support safe, inclusive, and professional operations. This policy outlines how all company policies are reviewed, approved, and communicated.

1. Regular Review

• All policies are reviewed at least annually to ensure they:

• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

• Reflect current best practices in arts education, child safety, and workplace management

• Remain relevant to company programs, staff, and participants

• Policies may also be reviewed more frequently if:

• There are changes in legislation or regulations

• Incidents, feedback, or complaints indicate updates are needed

• Company operations or programs evolve

2. Review Process

• Each policy review involves:

• Assessment of the current policy against legal, operational, and industry standards

• Consultation with relevant staff, management, and, where appropriate, external experts

• Identification of areas for revision or clarification

• Draft updates are prepared with clear language and actionable guidance.

3. Approval Process

• Revised policies are submitted to senior management or the Board of Directors for approval

• Approval ensures:

• Consistency with company values and strategic goals

• Compliance with relevant laws and regulations

• Practical applicability for staff, participants, and stakeholders

4. Communication and Accessibility

• Once approved, policies are communicated promptly to:

• Staff, contractors, and volunteers

• Participants, parents, and guardians (where applicable)

• Publicly, via the company website or enrolment materials

• Communication may include:

• Email notifications

• Staff briefings or meetings

• Updates to digital or printed handbooks

5. Monitoring and Feedback

• The company encourages feedback on policies to ensure they remain effective and practical

• Feedback can be submitted to hello@thedarlingtheatrecompany.com

• Lessons learned from incidents or operational changes are used to inform future policy updates

This policy ensures that all Darling Theatre Company policies are current, effective, and consistently applied, supporting a safe, professional, and inclusive environment for everyone.