How we will look after your child

OUR POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
Here is a summary of our current nursery policies, beneath which you will find a full list of of all our current policies and procedures, which can be found on our website at http://www.buildingblocksleeds.co.uk/. As far as possible, the same policies also apply to the playgroup.

Safety
The main doors will remain locked and are monitored by CCTV. Please ring the bell for entry. A keypad locked door secures the Nursery area. The outdoor play area is fenced. Staff give high regard to the safety and security of children, ensuring that procedures are carried out effectively. Good health and safety risk assessments are carried out regularly. Only adults who have been previously registered by the parents may collect children.

Record keeping
Records are kept of a child’s attendance, contact details, allergies and dietary requirements and of the administration of medicines.

Opening hours
Morning session 8a.m –1p.m
Afternoon session 1p.m –6p.m

Settling in period

We encourage parents to stay with their child for a short time on the first few visits to the Nursery until they are happy that their children have adjusted to their new carers and surroundings.

Absence and ill health
Please telephone the Nursery as soon as possible if your child will be absent. Children should be kept at home if they are suffering from any of the following conditions: diarrhoea, sickness, rash from unknown cause, eye infection. If a child becomes ill at Nursery, his/her parent will be contacted immediately.

Meals
Children who are on solids will be given light meals at breakfast and tea, with a hot meal provided at lunchtime. All dietary requirements will be registered with the staff and every effort will be made to cater for all requirements. Parents will be asked to provide bottles made up ready for their baby. Drinks will be provided freely throughout the day.

Behaviour
All the staff at Building Blocks continuously reinforce positive boundaries and expectations. They give constant praise and encouragement, making children feel highly valued.

Dress
Please ensure that your child wears comfortable and practical clothing, suitable for a range of activities. Parents are asked to provide nappies for their children.

Behaviour Policy
Child Protection
Child Record Keeping
Childcare Risk Assessment
Complaints' Procedure
Equal Opportunities
Failure to Collect a Child
Fire Code for Childcare Staff
Fire Drill for all Users
First Aid & Medication
Food & Drink
Health and Safety General Procedures
Health and Safety General Risk Assessment
Illness Policy
Special Needs Statement