Playhouse Day Nursery

Parents Involvement Our team of staff are always pleased to talk to parents about their children and any input is always welcome. We hope to report to parents of their child's progress throughout their time with us. Younger children are given a 'Daily Activity' sheet showing what the child has done on any particular day. The older children are given a Weekly sheet outlining their activities. Pre - school children The pre-school children in our care have daily educational sessions as part of their programme to ensure a high standard of education is met through the early learning goals laid down by DfEE (Department of Early years Education). This will enable us to be part of the Early Years Development Partnership that fund grants for the education for 3-4 year olds. The early learning goals are as follows: - Mathematics - Language and Literacy - Knowledge and Understanding of the world - Creative Development - Personal and Social Development - Physical Development Settling your child A pre-start visit is usually a good idea and helps both your child and you become acquainted with the nursery surrounding, routine, staff and other children. However, we will discuss with you the best way of settling your child into the nursery. A well-loved toy or comfort from home may help settle your child into the new environment. There is the opportunity for the younger children who stay all day to have a rest after lunch. Collection of children A photograph system is in operation to help the staff recognise people authorised to collect your child. However, children will not be permitted to leave the nursery premises with anyone not authorised before hand to collect them even if the nursery staffs recognises that person. Please take special note of this as it could cause problems for all concerned. Persons under the age of 18 are not permitted to collect children from the nursery. Fire and First Aid Fire drills are carried out on a regular basis. If accidents do occur, staff with First Aid training and equipment are readily available. The nursery staff will inform parents of any injury their child receives during their nursery day, however minor it may be. The accident will be recorded in the accident book. Parents will be asked to sign the accident book on arrival to collect their child. Nursery staff must be informed of any injury a child receives off nursery premises. Personal properties All clothing and articles belonging to your child must be clearly labelled with his/her name in particular coats, cardigans. The nursery accepts no responsibilities for belongings left on the premises. Parents/Guardians are required to ensure children do not bring jewellery, money or any other valuables to the nursery as it may cause distraction. As a precaution a change of clothing should be provided and left at the nursery. Loose articles of clothing with no buckles and belts allows your child to dress themselves and encourages them to be independent, as they progress through the nursery. Soft shoes or slippers should be worn indoors, especially in winter when boots or heavy outdoor shoes are needed. Break All meals are freshly prepared on the premises daily and are nutritional and well balanced. We are happy to co-operate with any special dietary requirement your child may have. Breaks are as follows: Breakfast: 8:00 - 9:00am a choice of cereals, toast with jam Break: 10:00 - 10:30am fruits, biscuits, Juice or milk Lunch: 12:00 - 1:00pm two course meal (varies on a day to day basis) Tea: 3:30 - 4:00pm two course meal (varies on a day to day basis) Safety Safety is of paramount importance to "Playhouse Day Nursery"; therefore we have taken many steps to safeguard your child as shown below. Outside External doors and gates are kept locked at all times to ensure safety. Equal Opportunity We are committed to the equal opportunity policy to ensure that there is no discrimination on the grounds of ethnic or cultural origin, religion, family status, disability, race, colour, gender and class. Positive attitude is implemented on the child through praise, toys, equipment and books to encourage their self-esteem and to develop awareness of others. We provide activities and use resources to celebrate cultural events such as Diwali, Christmas, Eid, Chinese New Year and Carnival time to help children appreciate and value each others similarities and differences. Comments We welcome comments and feedback from our parents as we place great value in working in partnership with them. If you wish to speak to anyone about any concerns or worry you may have in relation to your child or our practice, I can assure you that you will be listened to and your views will be taken seriously. Any general enquiries regarding your child may be discussed with management. Any other enquiries or complaints should be given in writing or verbally to the Manager. We will do our very best to solve your enquiry to your satisfaction as soon as possible. Sickness and medication Please note that children must not attend the nursery for a period of at least 24 hours, following any period of vomiting, diarrhoea, conjunctivitis or any other contagious diseases. This must be strictly adhered in order to stop infection spreading. In the event of a child becoming ill during the nursery session, the parents/guardian will be informed immediately and may be requested to collect their child. No medicine of any description will be given to a child unless prescribed by a G.P which will be administered by the nursery manager, for which you will be required to complete a consent form. Registration Terms and Conditions Fees A non-refundable registration fee of £35 is payable on registering your child. Fees are calculated on a monthly basis and as such are payable on the first day of each month by standing order. When a child starts mid-month, the fee for that part month is payable by cash or cheque at least five working days prior to commencement date. Fees are payable at all times. The nursery will close promptly at 6 pm, therefore a £5 late collection fee will be charged for every 15 minutes after 6pm. Absences If your child is absent from the nursery for any reason fees are still to be paid in full. Cancellation We require one month's written notice or one month's fee if your child is leaving the nursery or if you are decreasing your Childs session with us. The nursery reserves the right to cancel a Child's place if fees are not paid within fourteen days of the due date. Fees from September 2004. | Monthly | December* | Weekly Full-time | £540 | £425 | £135 Four Days | £500 | £395 | £125 Three Days | £440 | £350 | £110 Two Days | £300 | £240 | £75 One Day | £160 | £125 | £40 Five Sessions | £380 | £300 | £95 Four Sessions | £300 | £240 | £75 Three Sessions | £240 | £190 | £60 Two Sessions | £160 | £125 | £40 * December Fees are reduced due to Christmas Week. Playhouse Day Nursery reserves the right to review fees at their discretion, although this would normally be expected to occur each September. Location- Hanwell Playhouse day nursery is located on Elthorne Park Road, Hanwell. London W7 2JJ. A few minutes away from A4 and M4. Nearest train station is Boston Manor.

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