Covid-19 information

 

It is important that any registered setting complies with the latest Government guidance on Coronavirus.

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We have developed our Safe Operating Procedures based on guidance from the Department of Education and Public Health England specifically for Early Years.  We have adapted our everyday practices to ensure that we continue to offer the staff and children a safe, Covid secure environment.  Hygiene and social distancing remain the two key elements of infection prevention and control and we have adopted practices such as regular hand washing, additional cleaning and outdoor play as much as possible.

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Everyone involved in the day to day running of the Pre School has received appropriate instruction and training on how to operate under the terms of the Safe Operating Procedures.

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There is always a risk when children come into a childcare setting but we are doing everything possible to minimise this risk. We are constantly updating our procedures to take account of any changes in government or local authority guidelines.  Covid-19 appears to affect young children less often and with less severity. Children’s role in its transmission is unclear but it seems that it is not significant.  If any symptoms are displayed, families must be alert and self-isolate for the safety of everyone.

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We aim to work in partnership with parents and carers promising to be open, honest and to communicate.  We realise that many parents and carers will be feeling anxious and we understand.  Please talk to us if you require any further guidance or reassurance.

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Key principals

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1. Any pupil, staff member, parent or visitor with coronavirus symptoms must not attend Pre School and must isolate at home

2. Increased cleaning processes are in place, throughout and at the end of the day

3. Children and team members will be hand washing regularly throughout the morning

4. Children will be able to interact with each other as they would have prior to Covid-19

5. Children will be encouraged to play outside as much as possible

6. Arrival and departure will be via the rear of the Community Centre

7. Parents will not come on site or visit the Pre School unless this is explicitly arranged with the Manager e.g. in the event of a child being distressed

 

If you would like a full copy of our Safe Operating Procedures document please contact us.