Tom Thumb will:
- Encourage parents or carers and their children to visit the group as a family before registering their child
- Offer a flexible approach to allow for a settling in period when a child starts in Tom Thumb
- Welcome new parents/carers and help them become familiar with the routine and guidelines ofthe group.
- Welcome contributions of all parents/carers whatever form these might take and ensure they have opportunity to contribute their skills, knowledge and interests.
- Involve parents/carers in the progress of their child formally or informally and work with them in sharing all records concerning their child.
- Ensure that parents/carers are kept fully informed about meetings.
- Ensure that parents/carers are aware of how any queries, complaints or suggestions can be made.
- Ensure that parents/carers are able to talk and discuss personal matters relating to their child, in confidence, on a daily basis if required.
- Encourage parents/carers to play an active part in the running and management of the group.
- Provide opportunities for parents/carers to participate in the groups activities, to learn about the pre-school curriculum and the importance of play in the child’s development both in the group and at home.
Confidentiality Policy
This policy exists to protect children, parents, carers, families and staff, and to ensure that everyone using the group is absolutely clear about issues of confidentiality and what the group’s procedures and routines are in respect of this matter.
Underpinning the policy is the group’s recognition that the safety and well being of
children and families is of paramount importance, as is respect for the privacy of those
involved in the group.
Tom Thumb recognises that its work with children and families sometimes involves
staff and committee members dealing with confidential information. Information, verbal or written, provided by parents or carers is treated confidentially.