- Explain the legal status and principles of the relevant early years framework/s, and how national and local guidance materials are used in settings
Some of the legal statues to keep in mind is Safe guarding and welfare requirements, child protection, suitable people with correct qualification, training, staff to child ratios, behavior management, safe and suitable premises and equipment, information and records kept accurate and up to date.
Four guiding principles are used for early years:
• every child is a unique child, who is constantly learning and can be resilient, capable, confident and self-assured;
• children learn to be strong and independent through …show more content…
The framework covers the education and care of all children in early years provision, including children with special educational needs and disabilities.
By using these principles across all ages groups and not just early years, you are able to treat the child as a individual and make a suitable plan that suits their individual needs. Should the child require additional assistance in any aspect then an Independent Education Plan (IEP) can be put in place. This can would include the long term objective, short-term target, provisions to be put in place and date of review.
More detailed information about the framework can be found on DfE Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage documentation and information can also be found on Milton Keynes Council website under the Children, young people and families > EYFS section. For special educational needs and disability, material and guidance can be sort from the local SEND center.
- Explain how different approaches to work with children in the early years has influenced current provision in the …show more content…
• Open Door policy – The idea is that parents do not need to a specific appointment to visit and know that they are welcome at any point.
• Observation and assessment – Childrens records and assessments are not kept from the parent. By sharing and the parent contributing we are able to learn more about the child’s development, interest and needs.
• Planning and decision making – when doing planning it is best to encourage parents to contribute and share their ideas. When a decision is made, the parent needs to agree with what action is going to be taken and how.
• Working alongside practitioners and learning from parents – settings invite parents to come and work with the setting. This can be done with open mornings, drop-in sessions and helping out. By having these sessions we are able to learn from the parent and gain further information, as they are the top expert.
- Review barriers to participation for carers and explain ways in which they can be