How I respond to accidents, injuries, sudden illness and medical emergencies, and how I keep children safe.

How I safely manage and administer medication, working in partnership with parents to meet each child’s individual health needs.

How I manage food allergies and intolerances, working closely with parents to keep children safe and ensure their individual dietary needs are understood and met.

How I manage safe arrivals, collections and attendance records, keeping children safe through clear communication and positive partnerships with parents.

How I support children’s emotional wellbeing, encourage positive behaviour and help them develop kindness, respect and healthy ways to manage their feelings.

How I manage illness and infectious diseases, following appropriate guidance to protect children’s health and wellbeing while keeping families informed.

How I handle concerns and complaints fairly, respectfully and transparently, working in partnership with parents to resolve issues and improve my setting.

How I protect children’s and families’ personal information, maintain confidentiality and manage records securely in line with data protection requirements.

How I prepare for and respond to emergencies, including fire, lockdowns and other critical incidents, to help keep children safe and well protected.

How I provide an inclusive, welcoming setting where every child is valued, treated fairly and supported as an individual, with admissions based on each child’s needs and the availability of places.

This policy explains how fees are calculated, when invoices are issued, and how payments are made. It also covers funded hours, additional charges, payment deadlines and what happens if a payment is late, helping parents understand the financial arrangements clearly from the start.

How I offer funded childcare hours, explain eligibility and manage funding claims, including how funded hours work alongside any additional fees, so parents understand their options and costs clearly.

How I maintain a safe, clean and healthy environment for children, identifying and managing risks while supporting safe play, outdoor exploration and children’s independence.

How I promote healthy eating, balanced nutrition and positive relationships with food, encouraging children to explore new foods, develop independence and enjoy fresh produce from our allotment.

How I manage planned holidays and absences, explaining notice requirements, fees and arrangements for time away so parents know what to expect and can plan ahead.

This policy explains how concerns or allegations of abuse are handled, including concerns about a member of staff or anyone working with children. It also outlines how to raise safeguarding concerns, report poor practice and speak up about anything that may put a child at risk, ensuring concerns are taken seriously and acted upon appropriately.

This policy explains the steps I take if a child goes missing while in my care, including how I respond immediately, keep the other children safe, contact the appropriate emergency services and inform parents. It outlines how I work to prevent incidents through close supervision, careful planning and appropriate safety measures during outings and everyday activities.

This policy explains how mobile phones, cameras, photography and electronic devices are used safely and responsibly within my setting. It outlines how I protect children’s privacy, manage photographs and recordings, gain parental consent where needed, and ensure that children’s personal information and images are handled securely.

This procedure explains how I build positive, respectful partnerships with parents and carers to support each child’s wellbeing, development and learning. It outlines how I share information, communicate openly, involve families in decisions and work together to ensure every child feels safe, valued and supported.

My Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy explains how I work to keep children safe from harm, abuse and neglect. It outlines how I recognise and respond to concerns, follow safeguarding procedures, and work with parents and relevant professionals to protect every child’s welfare and wellbeing.

This policy explains how I ensure that anyone involved in caring for children is suitable to do so. It covers safer recruitment practices, appropriate checks, references and safeguarding responsibilities to help protect every child in my care.

Our Settling-In Policy explains how I support children as they begin their time at Wellies and Wildflowers. Every child is different, so I work closely with parents to make the transition as gentle and reassuring as possible, building trust, forming relationships and helping each child feel safe, secure and happy in their new surroundings.