Senior staff  have the responsibility of acting as coordinators in designated areas:

 

Safeguarding Children Dedicated Person:

Our setting will work with children, parents and the community to ensure the safety of the child and to give them the best start in life. Our Safeguarding Dedicated Person will ensure that the commitments laid out in our safeguarding policies are upheld and implemented responsibly.

All staff and students are checked and approved by the Criminal Records Bureau.

 

Special Educational Needs and Disability Coordinator (SENDCO):

We believe in providing an environment in which all children, including those with special educational needs, are supported to reach their full potential. The nursery SENDCO is responsible for ensuring that our provision is fully inclusive for all children with special educational needs.

She works closely with children and families and is supported by other professional agencies should the need arise.

 

Equality Named Coordinator (ENCO):

As a nursery we aim to ensure that our service is fully inclusive when meeting the needs of all children and their families. We recognise that children and their families come from diverse backgrounds and therefore should be supported accordingly and with respect. We will strive to see each child as a unique individual.

 

Our ENCO will ensure that we offer a balanced selection of toys and books, which depict non sexist and non racist attitudes, and show awareness of both nuclear and single parent families. She/he will also discourage prejudicial or violent feelings within the nursery, encouraging a culture of mutual respect and understanding.

 

Behaviour Coordinator:

At Apple Tree we want children to have fun and learn in a calm and friendly atmosphere. We therefore encourage respect between all members of our nursery community. Staff attend regular training on behaviour management. We deal with issues in a calm and sensitive manner and never use physical punishment. Any cases of unacceptable behaiour will always be dealt with in partnership with the child's parents/carers.

 

The health and safety of the children in our nursery is of paramount importance to us. Our Health and Safety Coordinator carries out regular risk assessments, as do all the staff, and we have strict policies and procedures in place. We strive to ensure that all children are kept safe and secure when in our care.