Creche Service at Thorntree

Activities: Children enjoy craft activities with drawing, painting and sand. They also make good use of the book corner and the construction and role play areas.

Skills , Knowledge and Behavior: Children's confidence and self esteem are well promoted as they receive lots of positive attention, praise and encouragement from staff.

Communication: Parents are kept informed of how their child has been during the session through discussions with staff.

Programs and Resources: Good procedures are in place for the identification and assessment of children with special needs.

Welcoming and Professional Staff: Staff are sensitive to the children's needs and ensure that they are kept busy and occupied.

Safeguarding Training: Children's welfare is well protected as good child protection procedures are in place and are understood by staff.

Play and Learning Integration: Children are involved in a good range of activities that promote learning in all areas of development.

Diversity Management: Resources and displays reflect positive images of other cultural backgrounds.

Child Safety Management: Risks assessments are completed for crèche room before each session and before children are allowed access.

Children's Safety and Security: Children are cared for in a safe and secure environment. The play room is made very welcoming for children.

Happiness and Settling: Children show lots of interest in what they do and enjoy playing with the resources available.

Nutritional Menu: Children stay healthy because staff follow very good hygiene routines and they receive a snack of fresh fruit.