Safety
The safety of children in my care is paramount. I ensure that hazards are reduced or eliminated where possible.
The following precautions are in place:
The following precautions are in place:
- All plug sockets are covered with safety caps
- Children's arrival and departure times will be recorded
- Gates are on the doors between the playroom, hallway and kitchen
- Children are not allowed in the kitchen when I am cooking or making hot drinks
- Sharp objects are kept out of reach of children
- All doors in the kitchen are fitted with safety locks
- All outside doors are kept locked whilst I am childminding; keys are kept on a hook, high up next to each door
- A correctly stocked first aid box is available at all times
- If a child requires specific medicine given by the parent / carer, the parent / carer will be consulted first.
- A fire blanket is kept in the kitchen
- Smoke alarms are fitted throughout the house and tested regularly
- Children will not be allowed to leave the house unless attended by myself
Hygiene
I believe that good hygiene is essential.
All general cleaning takes place before children arrive or after they leave for the day.
The kitchen surfaces and toilet areas are cleaned daily with an antibacterial solution. All cutlery, utensils and any plates or dishes used will be placed into the dishwasher. All bottles and baby equipment are sterilised after use.
Any meals that have not been eaten or milk not drunk will be disposed of and never reheated.
All toys and equipment are sterilised at the end of each week and whenever needed.
The floors are cleaned at the end of each day and children will be asked to remove their shoes before entering the main rooms.
Children will be asked to wash their hands before and after eating, after they use the toilet and after messy or outside play
All general cleaning takes place before children arrive or after they leave for the day.
The kitchen surfaces and toilet areas are cleaned daily with an antibacterial solution. All cutlery, utensils and any plates or dishes used will be placed into the dishwasher. All bottles and baby equipment are sterilised after use.
Any meals that have not been eaten or milk not drunk will be disposed of and never reheated.
All toys and equipment are sterilised at the end of each week and whenever needed.
The floors are cleaned at the end of each day and children will be asked to remove their shoes before entering the main rooms.
Children will be asked to wash their hands before and after eating, after they use the toilet and after messy or outside play
Inclusion |
As a childcare provider I will not discriminate against any child or family because of gender, racial origins, cultural or social background or disability.
I give all children in my care the opportunity to reach their full potential. Sometimes this means adapting an activity to the child’s ability and stage of development, providing additional resources or giving one child more attention and support than others during a particular activity or routine.
No child in my care will be discriminated against in any way, whether for their skin colour, culture, gender, ability or religion. I will challenge any remarks that I feel are inappropriate.
I encourage the children in my care to learn more about their own culture and to find out about the culture and religions of other children. We do in this in a fun way through sharing books, colouring sheets, cooking and eating food from around the world and celebrating special festivals.
I have developed a number of policies and procedures which I follow covering various areas areas, one of which specifically covers inclusion, these will be available for your review upon your initial visit.
I give all children in my care the opportunity to reach their full potential. Sometimes this means adapting an activity to the child’s ability and stage of development, providing additional resources or giving one child more attention and support than others during a particular activity or routine.
No child in my care will be discriminated against in any way, whether for their skin colour, culture, gender, ability or religion. I will challenge any remarks that I feel are inappropriate.
I encourage the children in my care to learn more about their own culture and to find out about the culture and religions of other children. We do in this in a fun way through sharing books, colouring sheets, cooking and eating food from around the world and celebrating special festivals.
I have developed a number of policies and procedures which I follow covering various areas areas, one of which specifically covers inclusion, these will be available for your review upon your initial visit.
If you are looking to place your child, or children with a childminder in Stevenage and surrounding areas.
Please feel free to call me on 07795 272 659 so we can have a chat about your needs, my availability and arrange for you to pop round to see my house and facilities, or email me at: gemmabeadle1@hotmail.co.uk
Also take a look at us on Facebook and instagram
I look forward to hearing from you,
Gemma
Please feel free to call me on 07795 272 659 so we can have a chat about your needs, my availability and arrange for you to pop round to see my house and facilities, or email me at: gemmabeadle1@hotmail.co.uk
Also take a look at us on Facebook and instagram
I look forward to hearing from you,
Gemma