Assessment task five Legislation and policies As a childminder I must ensure that my setting is safe and healthy. For this reason I will ensure that I am registered with the appropriate governing bodies and I adhere to the set guidelines. I will have up to date policies and review them on a regular basis. They will include procedures to deal with Accidents‚ Illness‚ allergies‚ and storage of and administration of medication. There are three key areas with regard to the safe care of children
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CYPOP 5 Task 1 Information sheet for Parents outlining the following A) Current legislation for home based childcare B) The Role of regulatory bodies I would like to let you know as Parents with some very important information regarding up to date home based childcare legislation and the registered bodies to ensure your children get the best care possible whilst in my care‚ I have done so in a simple question and answer format‚ please do ask me if you have further questions. Q WHAT CURRENT
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Home-Based Childcare Legislation & Regulatory Bodies Factsheet Currently‚ there are over 20 pieces of legislation governing home-based childcare. However‚ the most significant are the 4 summarised below: Children Act 1989 * children’s needs come first- they are paramount * first Act to put these above the parents’ desires‚ should there be a conflict * parents are central to child’s life & their role is life-long * childcarers must not undermine parents’ roles & responsibilities
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Task 1 1.1 There are many legislations that as a childminder I must adhere to. Some include: • Childcare Act 2006 The act introduces the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) which is the statutory framework for all childcare providers of children from birth to 5 years. I will meet the requirements of this legislation by providing care that is relevant to the age and ability of a child and encouraging learning‚ development‚ and staying safe. I will record daily activities on a form to hand to
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Task 6 Maintaining a good relationship needs a lot of information for it to work‚ it is essential for the parents to be involved as they are the MOST important person in the child’s life. Without communication and information a small problem can quickly turn into a large problem which will be more difficult to solve. The parents are the ones that know their child the best and also hold the key to all their little ways. We as childminders help the children to develop to their best potential‚
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child is healthy‚ safe‚ enjoys them self whilst achieving goals‚ makes a positive contribution and achieves economic well-being. In addition to this the Children Act of 1989 acknowledges children’s rights in UK law and states "the needs of the child are paramount" All children will be encourage to learn in line with the Childcare Act of 2006. I will be assisting you in developing your child in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) which is aimed at children between the ages of 0-5 years
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children the chance to keep them physically active and it gives them the freedom to make their own choices about what they want to do. Research shows that play has a range of benefits to the child‚ family‚ and the community‚ as well as improving healthy and quality of life. Play also helps the child improve their self-esteem‚ self-awareness and self-respect‚ it gives child a chance to mix with others and develop new skills. Playing can help Manshu with her potty training‚ such as role-play with
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It is important to for me to have a good partnership with all parents and carers. Parents and primary carers are the most important people in every child’s life. These are the people who children will learn their values‚ culture and religious beliefs and they will the most influence on a child’s attitude and development. These are the people who a child feels the most secure with and who know the child best. In fact current legislation such as the Children Act 1989 gives parents and carers definite
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It helps children to build self-esteem. Play stimulates creativity and imagination and lets children be in charge. Children learn by leading their own play and taking part in play that is adult led. There are 5 areas of development and playing develops children in these 5 areas. These areas are: • Social • Physical • Intellectual • Emotional • Language Each of these areas of learning must be fulfilled through planned play. Play can be a mixture of adult led and
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allows children the chance to keep them physically active and it gives them the freedom to make their own choices about what they want to do. Research shows that play has a range of benefits to the child‚ family and the community‚ as well as improving healthy and quality of life. Play also helps the child improve their self esteem‚ self awareness and self respect‚ it gives child a chance to mix with others and develop new skills. Whilst children are in my care I will do my best to offer a range of activities
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