Welcome
“My Mummy and Daddy drop me off in the morning and I'm welcomed by my carer's smiley face.”
In Cheeky Chimps we value our partnership with parents, In fact Ofsted say “Superb relationships are fostered with parents, professionals and other carers.” We always make sure that we find out how the children have been and ask if there's anything else we need to know. This handover provides opportunity to keep staff updated on the childs current development stage or current preferences with regards to sleep and eating.
Children will be invited to join in with a variety of activities or can choose their own resources to play with.
The babies enjoy a variety of breakfasts and are offered water with every meal and water is available at all times throughout the day.
The children use the Sensory Corner regularly. They can access it as they wish and learn to enjoy different textures and see various lights and sounds.
Snack times are seen as a social event. The children all sit at the same level. They are encouraged to chat and interact with others. We provide cow's milk or water to quench their thirst. Some babies have breast milk or formula feeds throughout the day.
Nappies are changed regularly throughout the day or whenever needed. The carers check the babies' nappies regularly. Each child has their own basket where we can store nappies, wipes & creams.
We value outdoor play as we believe the benefits of fresh air are important to their health and development. We wrap up warm when it gets chilly or wear sun cream and sun hats in the summer.
The babies are offered a variety of activities in line with the EYFS curriculum framework. They are observed by the staff so that we can make sure we develop their learning at a level which is appropriate to their specific stage and development.
We have a cook who comes in every day to prepare fresh food from a varied 4 week menu. We vary the consistency of the foods to meet the needs of each child. We also have a weaning menu and offer all children fresh drinking water.
We always follow the parents´ wishes as to where and when the babies sleep. We have a variety of choices such as the cots, swings and prams. We do not have a set time for sleeping. Babies sleep as needed but also in line with their parents wishes.
The babies are offered a variety of healthy snacks. It is important for little tummies to eat little and often to keep their metabolisms going. We offer a variety of foods to tempt their palates and to experience new textures and tastes.