Before a child joins my setting I ensure that the child and parent/carer attends a welcome meeting where I can establish the needs of the child and we can meet in a welcoming and relaxed environment. I help children to settle into my care by offering a settling in period where parents/carers can attend the setting with their child and gradually settle them in at their own pace. In this time I can get to know a child and this helps me to make transition easier for them. I work closely with parents ensuring I follow the child's normal routine as closely as possible.

• Each child will remain solely under my supervision at all times.
• My aim is to safe guard and promote the welfare of children in my care.
• I always make sure parents are aware of the type of activities I provide for their children.
• I have a currant pediatric first aid certificate and have first aid supplies at home and in my vehicle.
• I provide a daily routine to suit each individual child.
• I will only allow the children to come into contact with other suitable adults whilst in my care (i.e. playgroups etc).
• I will ensure food and drinks agreed with each parent according to dietary requirements of that child and will be provided at suitable times.
• I will take into account any special health requirements a child may have.
• Children will only be released to agreed persons of the parent/guardian of that child.
• Emergency contact numbers will be taken from parents.
• Any complaints will be dealt with and recorded appropriately. However I have not yet received any complaints.
• There is a strict no smoking policy at home, in vehicles or anywhere where it is possible to come into contact with children.
• Children are extremely well-protected from illness and infection, as I maintain a very clean and healthy environment.
• Children are provided with colour coded towels and face clothes which are replaced on a daily basis.
• We have a no shoe rule to prevent the risk of contamination to areas children play on the floor

• I am very safety conscious at home and have adapted it accordingly with stair gates, locking cupboards and providing safe toys etc.
• I use risk assessments to ensure children are safe from hazards.
• Whilst at home, measures will be taken to prevent intruders and secure children safely within the home.
• I have a fire procedure, smoke alarms and fire blanket.
• Children have access to a supervised enclosed outdoor play area.
• Within a short walk from the property there is Gorran Haven beach and a children’s park, which we often visit.
• Accidents are all recorded in line with OFSTED policy.

• I am keen to use fresh local produce encouraging the children to eat and enjoy local meat and vegetables.
• I make fresh bread everyday in our bread maker.
• A large percentage of food I offer is organic.
• We enjoy regular picnics when the weather allows us.
• We eat around the table when at home.
• Meals can be provided or children can bring a packed lunch.
• Children will often help come and buy local produce to help them understand and learn where food originates.
• I liaise with each parent/guardian for any special dietary requirements a child may have.
• Children are encouraged to get involved with the making of snacks and meals.
• I vary meals to offer a good range of food depending on seasons and even festivals to promote learning from food.
• In season children are taken fruit picking which they always enjoy.