The new requirement asks providers and practitioners to make professional judgements about outings, guided by a clear overarching provider policy about how to assess and manage risks. Sector feedback on the subject of written risk assessments for repeat outings has prompted the Government to tweak this section, clarifying that providers must judge for themselves whether assessment is necessary or not.
When it comes to the key area of ratios, the Government will be further reviewing its proposal that only those over the age of 18 can be counted in ratios for the EYFS and the General Childcare Register. While 85 per cent of respondents to the revised EYFS proposals were in agreement with this, some felt the change could create financial difficulties for those reliant on 17-year-old staff members. Sector organisations also noted that the age limit could discourage providers from taking on apprentices.
Register now to continue reading
Thank you for visiting Nursery World and making use of our archive of more than 35,000 expert features, subject guides, case studies and policy updates. Why not register today and enjoy the following great benefits:
What's included
-
Free access to 4 subscriber-only articles per month
-
Unlimited access to news and opinion
-
Email newsletter providing activity ideas, best practice and breaking news
Already have an account? Sign in here
