KU employees are encouraged to embody the company’s recognition that childhood is a special time in itself and that integrity, leadership, innovation, diversity and inclusion are integral in fostering trusting environments that allow children to explore and learn. KU values ongoing professional learning as an opportunity to contribute to a strong professional identity. Supporting engagement by individuals and teams in regular professional learning to help foster continuous improvement and maintain a contemporary understanding of early education practices across the organisation. This includes a range of courses and workshops run through a professional learning calendar, which provides opportunities for employees to access professional learning that is targeted and interest based.

This process, which begins at orientation, is characterised by a review system that identifies strengths and weaknesses and recognises opportunities for career advancement. Staff who demonstrate passion and expertise in their roles are rewarded with awards and career enhancement opportunities. Additionally, KU have adopted an active approach to ensuring the health and safety of staff, visitors, contractors, children and their families. To this end, KU have a comprehensive wellness and safety management system. The system is designed to promote a strategic approach to employee wellness through internal training and external partnerships with safety specialists.