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Policy: Working with parents

A good working relationship between myself and parents/guardians is essential. It is my duty to take care of children and exchange information. The way that I do this is by:

Giving an information pack to parent’s which includes all my policies and procedures.

Information forms are filled in by the parents/guardians about their child and handed to me when the contracts are filled in.

Car/photo permission forms are filled in.

Weekly information exchange – Time is available to talk on drop-offs and pick-ups, children are welcomed into my home and then parents can exchange information with me before or after a session in private.

All information about a child is confidential.

I write a journal daily including information about what the child has been doing during the day, what they have particularly enjoyed, any milestones for them, what they’ve had to eat, drink etc. This book can also be used by parents to let me know about anything relevant that may affect their child’s stay with me.

Contracts are reviewed twice yearly giving both parties a chance to consult on any necessary changes.

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