Our Policies

Behaviour Policy

Children at Verandah are encouraged to explore their individual expression within accepted boundaries.

We actively promote a philosophy of understanding and encourage children to respect each other, act in a caring manner and recognise the difference between right and wrong.

Verandah staff will promote positive behaviour at all times.

In the case of unacceptable or inappropriate behaviour discipline will be applied as appropriate to the child’s age and developmental stage.

Discipline will be in the form of positive reinforcement, discussion, distraction and ‘time out’ from the situation.

Parents will be fully informed on any action taken for unacceptable behaviour.

Health and Safety Policy

Verandah undertakes regular assessment of premises, equipment and procedures.

We encourage ways of working that will create a safe and healthy environment for children, employees and all other persons who enter the premises.

All persons coming into Verandah have a responsibility to conduct themselves in such a manner that they will ensure the health and safety of themselves and others they come into contact with.

First Aid equipment and an Accident Book are held at our facility. Any accidents are fully recorded by a member of staff.

Parents are shown the record and asked to sign when required.

All Fire Prevention equipment is regularly serviced by a fully qualified Fire Officer.

Fire drills take place every term.

Sickness Policy

We would appreciate it if you could telephone us at your earliest convenience if your child is unwell and will not be attending Verandah.

If your child becomes ill during their time at Verandah we will contact you to arrange collection as soon as possible. In the unfortunate event that your child requires urgent medical attention and we are unable to contact you, we will make the necessary arrangements.

We list below absence time needed for sickness:-

• Chicken Pox
  One week from onset of rash until all lesions have crusted over
• Sickness and Diarrhoea
  Once symptoms have stopped for 48 hours
• Conjunctivitis Eye Infection
  Until discharge has stopped
• Skin Infections such as Impetigo
  Treated and cleared
• Ear/Throat/Chest Infection
  Treated 24 hours of anti-biotics

If your child requires medication whilst at Verandah you will need to complete and sign a consent form to allow staff to administer the medication.

Equal Opportunities Policy

All children are welcome at Verandah

Verandah Kids takes great care to treat each child as an individual.

We encourage a broad outlook on society and use resources and activities that will promote non-stereotyped images of the world around us.

Verandah staff will challenge language and attitudes which may be considered offensive or discriminatory and provide an environment that is free from discrimination.

This statement applies to all areas of Verandah Kids and is incorporated in the recruitment and selection of employees.