1.1 Outline the current legislation covering home based childcare and the role of regulatory bodies As a home base childcare provider‚ I must ensure that the current legislations are carried out and practised according to the relevant governing bodies. I must ensure that the requirements of the Children Act 2004 are met. It was put into place to improve the overall well-being in children and in later life. There are five outcomes that are key to achieving this. * Be healthy – so that
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Task 1 legislation Human Rights Act Human rights are rights and freedoms that belong to all individuals regardless of their nationality and citizenship. They are also important in maintaining a fair and civilized society. The European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) was drafted by the nations of the Council of Europe (including the UK) in the aftermath of World War II. In October 2000‚ The Human Rights Act came into effect in the UK. This meant that people in the UK can defend their rights in
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CYPOP 5 Task 1 Information sheet for Parents outlining the following A) Current legislation for home based childcare B) The Role of regulatory bodies I would like to let you know as Parents with some very important information regarding up to date home based childcare legislation and the registered bodies to ensure your children get the best care possible whilst in my care‚ I have done so in a simple question and answer format‚ please do ask me if you have further questions. Q WHAT CURRENT
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Home-Based Childcare Legislation & Regulatory Bodies Factsheet Currently‚ there are over 20 pieces of legislation governing home-based childcare. However‚ the most significant are the 4 summarised below: Children Act 1989 * children’s needs come first- they are paramount * first Act to put these above the parents’ desires‚ should there be a conflict * parents are central to child’s life & their role is life-long * childcarers must not undermine parents’ roles & responsibilities
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Task 1 1.1 There are many legislations that as a childminder I must adhere to. Some include: • Childcare Act 2006 The act introduces the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) which is the statutory framework for all childcare providers of children from birth to 5 years. I will meet the requirements of this legislation by providing care that is relevant to the age and ability of a child and encouraging learning‚ development‚ and staying safe. I will record daily activities on a form to hand to
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My role as a childminder involves ensuring that all current legislation is adhered to in line with the relevant governing bodies. This includes the following: As per the Children Act of 2004 "Every Child Matters" and I will ensure that whilst in my care you child is healthy‚ safe‚ enjoys them self whilst achieving goals‚ makes a positive contribution and achieves economic well-being. In addition to this the Children Act of 1989 acknowledges children’s rights in UK law and states "the needs of
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Assignment 1 Current Legislation Covering Homebased Childcare And The Role Of The Regulatory Bodies Children Act (2004) This influential piece of legislation arose from the Green Paper ‘Every Child Matters’ and identifies five outcomes for all children: * Be healthy * Stay safe * Enjoy and achieve * Make a positive contribution * Achieve economic well-being Childcare Act (2006) This Act introduced the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum into England and Wales‚ and place a
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Assessment task five Legislation and policies As a childminder I must ensure that my setting is safe and healthy. For this reason I will ensure that I am registered with the appropriate governing bodies and I adhere to the set guidelines. I will have up to date policies and review them on a regular basis. They will include procedures to deal with Accidents‚ Illness‚ allergies‚ and storage of and administration of medication. There are three key areas with regard to the safe care of children
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CYPOP 1 * Understand the development and learning of babies and young people Cross ref CYP 3.1 1.2 Explain how development and learning are inconnected. How and why variations occur in rate and sequence of development and learning. That learning may take place in different ways. The importance of play. Development and learning are interconnected as first a child has to learn a new skill and will then go on to develop this before moving on to learn a new skill and create a pattern of learning
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Legislation regulating home based child carer’s and the role of Ofsted the regulatory body All people working with children are governed by legislation that is in place to protect your children and the child care provider. In this document I have listed four important legislations that are of particular importance to home based child care providers and noted how I aim to incorporate them into my practice. Child care practitioners also have a regulatory body; in England it is Ofsted. This document
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