It can be very difficult to recover debts when relationships with parents turn sour, therefore it is advised that necessary steps are put in place to help prevent this situation.Hopefully you will have developed a strong relationship with your parents and they pay you their child's fees on time. A time may come when a parent fails to make a payment … [Read more...] about Recovering debts from parents
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Using a blog as part of online marketing
Online marketing is a powerful tool for you when it comes to communicating your messages, it also builds relationships with current parents and new customers. New prospective parents will be able to see how great your nursery is. Knowing this information the questions is so how do I use a blog and all social media platforms to do … [Read more...] about Using a blog as part of online marketing
Implications of expansion on insurance policy
Expanding your nursery? As a nursery owner it is always satisfying to see a demand for more nursery places, however consider the implications of this growth in terms of ensuring high standards are maintained and your insurance implications. If you decide to increase the number of children in your setting you will need to consider the … [Read more...] about Implications of expansion on insurance policy
Guidance For Preparing For Your Ofsted Visit
Why does an Ofsted inspection take place? Ofsted will inspect nurseries to ensure the set standards are being met. Inspections should be seen as a positive way to promote good practice. Nurseries will be inspected during every cycle unless a complaint has risen. The inspection takes place on the premises of the setting and the inspector will … [Read more...] about Guidance For Preparing For Your Ofsted Visit
Building children’s independence
It can be hard for adults to accept that children grow and gradually become more and more independent and require less from adults. However, children finding their own two feet and learning to do things for themselves does wonders for different aspects of their development, including their self-image and emotional development as well as social … [Read more...] about Building children’s independence
Identifying schema’s in children’s play
When children are playing they will often show particular schemas, they may also show one particular schema stronger than the other. It is practitioners jobs to be aware of schemas and note when children are displaying these in their play. Schema's demonstrate the understanding in which children behave. With regards to the planning process it is … [Read more...] about Identifying schema’s in children’s play
Letters and Sounds training material
This training video can be used to share with practitioners to help them understand what Letters and Sounds is and how it can be implemented into practice. Letters and sounds is a great way to introduce early literacy skills . The simple activities within the programme can be tailored to suit children's stage of development. With younger children … [Read more...] about Letters and Sounds training material
Helping children with Autism
Children with Autism Autism affects how people communicate and relate to other people. It also affects the way they see the world. Children will only be diagnosed with autism once they have had several assessments from professionals. Some people can struggle to come to terms with this What should I do if a parent asks me if their child has … [Read more...] about Helping children with Autism
Identifying a food allergy
What is an allergy? An allergy is a immune response by the body to a substance, especially a particular food, pollen, fur, or dust, to which it has become hypersensitive. What foods cause allergic reactions? Everyone is different and therefore have reactions to different things and foods. A person may develop a reaction after they have … [Read more...] about Identifying a food allergy
Positive approach to healthy eating with children
Teaching children about healthy eating Eat through stories – Many children’s stories include food such as goldilocks with the porridge and Little red riding hood with bread and muffins. This is a great way to engage your child. This way you can discuss why breakfast is important and how porridge is made from oats which is a brilliant source … [Read more...] about Positive approach to healthy eating with children