Every year someone from OFSTED comes to view my
home to see that everything is safe and that I am doing
everything I should for the children in my care.
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The visit generally lasts for about an hour and in that
time she checks everything that the children will come
into contact with during their day here.
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They checks that I have the following in place and in
good working order.
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1. Fireguard is safe and secure.
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2. Fire blanket is in accessible place.
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3. Cupboard locks are in use and working properly.
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4. Safety glass in all doors.
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5. Cleaning fluids are locked away.
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6. Medicines are out of childrens reach.
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7. First aid kit is well stocked and maintained.
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8. Garden is safe and secure.
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9. Plenty of educational, clean and safe toys for all
ages.
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10. Equipment is clean and in good working order.
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11. Stair gate is safe and secure.
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12. Behaviour plan is in place.
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13. Healthy eating plan is in place.
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14. Sleeping arrangements are adequate.
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15. Records and accident books are up to date.
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16. Insurance is up to date.
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17. Activities are planned for all ages.
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18. Routine e.g. school/nursery,toddler groups, park
visits etc.
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19. Amount of children minded tallies with amount
registered for.
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20. If there are any problems or quiries.
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21. Smoke alarms on all floors children have access to.
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