Foundry Road Pre-School

As these are very unprecedented times for us all, we want to inform you that we follow guidance from the government and local authority within the setting.

• A COVID risk assessment is in place.
• We have a COVID policy in place.
• Toys are limited for each session and cleaned at the end of each session.
• Main touch points are cleaned throughout the day eg, door handles, tables, taps etc.
• Soft toys, mats etc are kept to a minimum.
• Children and staff wash their hands upon arrival and throughout the day.
• Children are spaced out within café, lunch times and registration/circle time.
• PPE is available within the setting for staff to use.
• Hand sanitiser is available in all rooms/areas.
• Visitors/Parents are not allowed to enter the building.
• Items from home are limited within the setting.
• Parents are to drop off at the main gate following a one-way system and maintain social distancing.
• Parents are encouraged to wear face coverings whilst dropping off and collecting.
• Rooms will be kept as ventilated as possible with windows open during opening hours.
• Children will be encouraged to play outside as much as possible.
• During inside play, children will be split into smaller groups.
• If an essential visit is needed for example safeguarding, visitor will be asked to scan the QR code, leave their contact details, hand sanitise on arrival and departure, wear a mask, maintain social distancing and be asked if they have or have been in contact with anyone showing COVID symptoms during the last 14 days.
• If contact with someone who has received a positive test result, self-isolation will be adhered too.
• It is particularly important that if any child or family member are showing any signs or symptoms that they remain at home, until they are either requested to take a test or feel well again.