Our Policies
Norcot Early Years Centre has centre-wide policies that apply to the Nursery, Waterside Day Care and our Holiday Club. We have selected the Key Policies to display on our website that we feel will be of most interest to you. Should you wish to view any other policies, please contact the office for further details.
UK GDPR Policies
Can be found by clicking link below
Admissions Policy
Children can be placed on the nursery school waiting list once they are two years old and have completed an application form. Nursery places are offered subject to availability.
Behaviour Policy
This policy outlines what responsibilities both staff and parents have in managing behaviour.
SEND Policy
This policy outlines how Norcot and its' Governors are committed to the full implementation of the SEND Code of Practice: 0-25 years (2014).
We aim to: welcome and provide appropriate learning opportunities for all children. In addition to the Code of Practise, our provision reflects the aims of The Special Educational Needs and Disability Act 2001 and United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child.
Equalities, Diversity and Inclusion Policy
This Policy outlines how we believe that all children should be equally valued in our Centre and that every child has the right to receive the best education the centre can provide, promoting practices that encourage success now and in the future. We strive to eliminate prejudice and discrimination and to develop an environment where all children can flourish and feel safe. We believe that educational inclusion is about equal opportunities for all learners, whatever their age, gender, ethnicity, race, culture, heritage, religion, impairment, attainment, language, LGBTQ+ and background. This policy reflects the best practise detailed in the Equality Act 2010 https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2010/15/contents).
Fundamental British Values
At Norcot we actively follow the guidance issued by the DfE to promote the fundamental British values of democracy, rule of law, individual liberty, mutual respect and tolerance for those with different faiths and beliefs.
Accessibility
At Norcot Early Years Centre we believe that all children have the right to be treated with equal respect and dignity, regardless of any disabilities or needs that they might have. We recognise the need to make the Centre accessible to all families who would make use of its facilities, and we strive to be a setting that engenders a keen desire to learn within all of our children.
Confidentiality Policy
This policy explains how we treat confidentiality in the Centre.
Complaint Policy
Please see the attached for our policy on complaints.
Whistle Blowing Policy
Please see the attached for our whistle blowing policy
Illness & Injuries and Medication Policy
Curriculum Teaching and Learning Policy
Health and Safety Policy
Our Health and Safety Policy details how we ensure that we are all working in a safe environment and implementing safe working practices.
Attendance Policy
Regular attendance is vital as each session is designed to further your child's learning and development.
Charging Policy
Please see the attached document regarding our Charging Policy.
Children's Belongings
Please see the attached document for information about which items are suitable to be brought into nursery.