Policies & Procedures
All of our policies and procedures are available to read. Please email us to request a specific one. Below are our most frequently requested:
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Behaviour Management Policy
We believe that children and adults flourish best in an organised environment in which everyone knows what is expected of them and children are free to develop their play and learning without fear or being hurt or hindered by anyone else. We aim to have a Nursery in which children can develop self-discipline and self-esteem in an atmosphere of mutual respect and encouragement. In extreme cases the Nursery reserves the right to suspend a place if a child’s behaviour is detrimental to the safety, learning and behaviour of others.
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Equal Opportunities & Diversity Policy
We treat every child equally irrespective of gender, ethnic origin, culture or religion. All children and adults are treated with equal concern and anti-discriminatory practices are followed.
READ FULL POLICY See our British Values Statement
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Parental Involvement Policy
Parents are the first educators of their young children. You are welcome in the Nursery especially at the start of each session to settle your child. If you wish to share a special skill eg music, cooking or art we would be delighted. We ensure all parents are fully informed of their child’s progress and any other aspects of the Nursery. We welcome the contributions of parents, whatever form they take. We hold regular open days for you to see the nursery in action.
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Safeguarding & Child Protection
The protection of the child is the Nursery’s first priority. We have an environment in which children are safe from abuse and any suspicion of abuse is promptly and appropriately responded to. We comply with the procedures approved by the Hertfordshire Safeguarding Children Board (HSCB).
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Sickness & Infection Policy
We provide care for healthy children and promote health through cross infection of viruses and bacterial infections. Parents are asked not to bring into Nursery any child who has been vomiting or had diarrhoea for at least 2 full days after the last bout. We also ask that parents do not bring into Nursery any child who has been prescribed antibiotics (cream, liquid or other forms) for at least 1 full day after the first dose.
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Special Educational Needs Policy
We are proactive in ensuring that appropriate action can be taken when a child is identified as having special needs. Children with special educational needs are supported by our SENCO who will liaise with you and outside agencies if appropriate, to plan and implement an individual educational plan.
READ FULL POLICY See our Local Offer
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E-Safety
To ensure children and staff are kept safe and protected at all times. Our setting works with children, parents and staff to understand the benefits and risks of new technologies and how to be prepared to use them safely.
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General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)