Policies

At Rainbow Early Years, we are committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and high-quality environment for all children. To ensure transparency and compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, we maintain a range of policies that guide our practice and support families.

Key Policies for Parents

1. Safeguarding & Child Protection
We are committed to keeping children safe at all times. Our safeguarding and child protection policies outline how we identify, prevent, and respond to concerns.

2. Behaviour & Positive Guidance
Our approach promotes positive behaviour and emotional well-being. The policy explains how we encourage good behaviour and support children in developing social skills.

3. Health & Safety
We take health and safety seriously. This policy covers risk assessments, first aid, fire safety, and general procedures to ensure a safe environment.

4. Food & Nutrition
Our food policy explains how we support healthy eating, manage allergies, and follow EYFS nutritional guidance.

5. Medication & Illness
Guidance on administering medication, managing illnesses, and procedures for keeping children well and safe.

6. Admissions & Fees
Information about our admission process, registration, funding, and payment terms.

7. Equal Opportunities & Inclusion
We celebrate diversity and provide an inclusive environment where every child is valued and supported.

8. Privacy & Data Protection
How we manage personal information in line with data protection laws to protect children, families, and staff.

9. Complaints Procedure
Details of how parents can raise concerns and how we respond promptly and fairly.

10. EYFS & Curriculum
How we follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) statutory framework to support children’s learning, development, and well-being.

11. Contract of Fees
Parents/carers have a legal obligation to pay fees on time. Fees remain payable during absence or notice periods, unless alternative arrangements are agreed in advance.

Accessing Our Policies

All our policies are available to parents on request, or you can download the full set of policies here. We encourage families to read them so you are fully informed about our practices and commitments.