Policies

Accessibility Plan

The Accessibility Plan shows how our school outlines our duty to enable access to the premises and curriculum.  

Admissions Policy

The Admissions Policy sets out Leicestershire County Council's admissions criteria for schools.  

Afterschool Policy

The Afterschool Policy documents the procedures and expectations for running safe and enriching after school clubs.  It outlines the responsibilities of staff and details arrangements for informing parents of cancellations, managing absences, and ensuring children's safety during transport for off-site events.

Anti-Bullying Policy

The Anti-Bullying Policy summarises how the school puts in place effective measures to respond to bullying.  

Assessment Policy

The Assessment Policy provides guidance on the assessment tools in place to inform learning and planning.

Attendance Policy

The Attendance Policy specifies the school's expectations of pupils' attendance at school. 

Behaviour Policy

The Behaviour Policy explains our positive approaches to behaviour and the standards of behaviour expected of pupils in our school. 

Calculation Policy

The Calculation Policy shows the methods that pupils are taught mathematics within their respective year groups. 

Charging and Remissions Policy

The Charging and Remissions Policy sets out which activities the school will charge for, when charges may be waived and when parents and carers may be asked to make a voluntary contribution.  

Child Protection Policy

The Child Protection Policy outlines the school's commitment to safeguarding, child protection and keeping children safe.  

Complaints Policy

The Complaints Policy provides effective and appropriate responses to concerns and complaints. 

Curriculum Policy

The Curriculum Policy details how our school develops the children's knowledge and skills through the National Curriculum and the wider curriculum, preparing them for their next stage of learning. 

Debt Recovery Policy

The Debt Recovery Policy shows the procedures that are in place to enable the school to receive all income to which it is entitled and the measures taken to collect monies owing to it as part of the management of public funds. 

E- Safety Policy

The E-Safety Policy reflects how the school implements e-safety and raises awareness of the concerns associated with the internet, information technology systems, and electronic devices and communication.  

Early Years Pupil Premium Policy

The Early Years Pupil Premium Policy discusses additional funding to support the learning and development of eligible children at Penguin Pre-School.

Educational Visits Policy

The Educational Visits Policy outlines the procedures for activities which take place outside of the school grounds.

English Policy

The English Policy reflects the school's vision and aims in relation to the teaching and learning of the English Language through speaking and listening, reading and writing.  It provides a framework within which teaching and support staff can function. 

Equality Policy

The Equality Policy sets out how the school recognises and meets its duties in line with the Equality Act 2010. 

Foundation Stage Policy

The Foundation Stage Policy details the aims of the Foundation Stage; the Foundation curriculum; assessment; inclusion; the role of parents and carers and the induction of children.   

General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Policy

The GDPR Policy shows how data is collected and how the school complies with data protection principles. 

Geography Policy

The Geography Policy sets out a framework within which school staff can work.  It shows planning, teaching and assessment methods. 

Health and Safety Policy

The Health and Safety Policy details the school's commitment to effective and successful health and safety management.

History Policy

The History Policy sets out a framework within which school staff can work.  It shows planning, teaching and assessment methods. 

Inclusion Policy

The Inclusion Policy outlines the school's vision and aims, detailing how the school maximises individual learning potential. 

Library Policy

The Library Policy references the library's position as a school resource and learning environment.  It defines the role, aims and objectives of the school library in raising achievement levels.

Mathematics Policy

This policy outlines the teaching, assessment and organisation of the mathematics taught and learned at St. John the Baptist CE Primary School, Whitwick.

Medication and Management Procedures Policy

The Medication and Management Procedures Policy supports pupils in administering medication safely and effectively.  The policy includes a Medicine Consent Form which must be completed before any medication is given in school.  

Music Policy

The Music Policy shows how music is taught, assessed and monitored in addition to how it supports the equal opportunities philosophy of our school.  

Non-Collection of a Child Policy

To ensure the safeguarding of all children, the Non-Collection of a Child Policy outlines the steps taken if a child is not collected at the end of the school day.  

Parents Code of Conduct Policy

The Parents' Code of Conduct Policy provides the expectations around the conduct of all parents, carers and visitors connected to our school. 

Personal, Social and Health Education (PSHE) Policy

The PSHE Policy sets out the expectations of PSHE at St. John the Baptist CE Primary School.  It explains how it is delivered and taught across the school to ensure that our pupils are shown how to become valued members of society. 

Physical Education (PE) Policy

The PE Policy sets out how the school provides learning opportunities and challenges that enable all of our pupils to make progress. 

Relationships and Sex Education (RSE) Policy

The RSE Policy outlines our school's commitment to provide effective RSE for our pupils ensuring that it is appropriate to their maturity and understanding.   

Religious Education (RE) Policy

The RE Policy shows how our school assists pupils to explore and express their own response to the spiritual and religious approaches to life, outlining the purpose, nature and management of how RE is taught and learned in our school. 

Science Policy

The Science Policy shows how children's ideas are developed to enable them to apply their scientific skills and critical thinking in different contexts across the curriculum.  

Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Policy & School Information Report

The school's SEND Policy explains how our setting provides the conditions and opportunities to enable a child with SEND to be included in all aspects of school life.  

Teaching and Learning Policy

The Teaching and Learning Policy outlines the school's committment to providing a high quality, inclusive education under-pinned by its Christian vision, 'Grow, Achieve, Bloom, Repeat.'

Toileting and Intimate Care Policy

The Toileting and Intimate Care Policy explains how the school supports children who need assistance while promoting independence and dignity. 

Uniform Policy

The Uniform Policy lays out the measures the school has taken to ensure a consistent, fair and inclusive school uniform policy.  

Volunteers and Students Policy

The Volunteers and Students Policy outlines the school's guidelines and committment to providing placement opportunities for volunteers, including students, work experience candidates, parents and carers.

Whole School Food Policy

The Whole School Food Policy discusses healthy eating choices and the school's approach to all aspects of food within school.   

Working with Separated Parents Policy

This policy summarises the expectations of parents and the positive approaches used to promote the best interests of their child/children.   

Worship Policy

The Worship Policy outlines the organisation and purpose of daily Collective Worship, emphasising its role in promoting the school's Christian ethos and values.  It details the structure, themes and activities involved.  The policy highlights inclusivity, spiritual growth, and moral development while respecting diverse beliefs. 

Accident Policy

This policy outlines the procedures that will be followed in the event of an accident, how records are maintained, and how parents/carers are informed.

Admissions Policy

The purpose of this policy is to make the admissions process at Penguin Pre-School clear and open.  The pre-school is a non-statutory phase of education, and there is no statutory framework for appeals against an admissions decision. It is the responsibility of the pre-school to agree and implement the admissions policy.  We ensure that the existence of our pre-school is widely known to the local community and that information on our setting is easily accessible.

Assessment Policy

This policy outlines how our setting assesses children’s progress in line with the EYFS statutory requirements and Leicestershire Local Authority guidance.

Attendance and Missing Child Policy

This policy outlines our procedures for encouraging and monitoring regular attendance, responding to unexplained or persistent absence, managing uncollected or missing children, and complying with statutory safeguarding and Local Authority protocols for Children Missing from Education (CME). 

Behaviour Policy

The policy aims to create a safe, happy, and supportive environment where children feel valued and confident. It focuses on encouraging positive behaviour through praise and recognition, helping children understand and manage their emotions, responding to behaviour consistently, respectfully, and appropriately for each child’s development, and working closely with parents and carers to support children’s emotional and behavioural development.

Care of Documentation Policy

This policy ensures our preschool complies with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) statutory framework and relevant data protection and record-keeping legislation. It sets out clear procedures for accurate and timely documentation across all areas of practice, including safeguarding, accidents, SEND, funding, and parental communication.

Complaints and Concerns Policy

This policy outlines how to raise concerns and how we handle complaints in line with the statutory requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).

Confidentially Policy

This policy outlines how we manage, store, and share information in line with relevant legislation, including: The Data Protection Act 2018, UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Children Act 1989 and 2004, and Working Together to Safeguard Children (Statutory Guidance). 

Early Years Pupil Premium (EYPP) Policy

This policy explains what the Early Years Pupil Premium (EYPP) scheme is and how the funding is received and used by the preschool. 

Emergency Procedures Policy

This policy ensures the preschool can respond quickly and effectively to any emergency. The safety and well-being of the children are our primary concern, and this policy outlines the steps staff should take in the event of a serious accident, injury, fire, or any other emergency. This policy also guides how staff should communicate with parents in such situations.

Fees and Funding Policy

This policy sets out the process for fee payments and available funding.  We aim to make our pre-school accessible to as many families in the community as possible; we therefore aim to ensure that our fees are competitive.  While we will make every effort to support parents with funding, parents are responsible for understanding the funding they can receive and submitting their applications appropriately.  We rely on prompt fee payments to ensure that the setting remains sustainable.

Food and Nutrition Policy

The purpose of this policy is to promote children’s health, well-being, and development by ensuring nutritious meals, safe food practices, and positive mealtime experiences in line with EYFS and Ofsted guidance.

Health and Safety Policy

This policy covers all preschool sessions, Breakfast Club (07:30–08:30, Mon–Fri, after-school club 3.30 pm until 4.30 pm, indoor and outdoor play (including trim trail, forest/outdoor learning), trips, mealtimes/food preparation, arrivals/departures, and any activity on or off the premises where children are in our care.

Illness and Medication Administration Policy

This policy outlines our approach to managing childhood illness, administering medication, and responding to medical conditions in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) statutory requirements, public health guidance, and relevant health and safety legislation.

Inclusion and Equality Policy

This policy includes Penguin Preschool’s commitment to treating all children, staff, and families equally and with respect. It aims to provide equal opportunities for everyone, prevent discrimination, and recognise and support each individual’s needs. Everyone is treated as having equal rights and responsibilities, regardless of their age or role.

Outings and Outdoor Visits Policy

At Penguin Preschool, the safety, welfare, and enjoyment of all children in our care are paramount. While we do not currently undertake outings outside of the preschool premises, this policy outlines the procedures that will be followed should such outings take place in the future.

Packed Lunch and Lunchtime Supervision Policy

This policy is written to promote healthy eating among children, ensure food is prepared and cut safely, and comply with legal food safety and hygiene standards. It supports staff in providing children with balanced and safe lunches, encourages positive food choices, and discourages unhealthy snacks and meals. The policy also ensures a nut-free environment to protect children with allergies and promotes children’s safety and well-being through effective lunchtime supervision in accordance with EYFS requirements.

Safe Handling and Moving Policy

This policy is written to ensure the safety and well-being of children during any physical handling or movement, while complying with UK legislation relating to child protection and health and safety. It provides staff with guidance on best practices for safely handling and moving children to minimise the risk of injury or discomfort. The policy also promotes staff training and awareness, ensuring they have the knowledge needed to handle and move children appropriately. It aims to maintain a safe environment where children can move freely and safely, with minimal risk of harm.

Safeguarding and Welfare Policy

The aim of the safeguarding policy is to ensure that all children are protected from harm, neglect, abuse, and exploitation, and to promote a strong culture of safeguarding throughout the preschool. The policy aims to provide clear guidance and procedures to ensure that children’s safety, wellbeing, and welfare are prioritised at all times. The preschool works in partnership with parents, carers, and external agencies to safeguard and support children effectively. It also ensures that all staff are suitable, appropriately qualified, and adequately trained to meet children’s needs safely. Through this policy, the preschool is committed to providing a safe, supportive, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment where every child feels secure, valued, and protected.

Settling-In Policy

The policy outlines the processes the pre-school takes to ensure a smooth and positive transition.

Sleeping Child Policy

This policy outlines the safe sleeping practices for children aged 2-4 years and includes guidelines for staff observation, regular checks, and safe sleeping practices in line with UK legal requirements.

Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Policy

Our Pre-school's SEND Policy explains how our setting provides the conditions and opportunities to enable a child with SEND to be included in all aspects of pre-school life.  

Sun Safe Policy

Penguin Preschool is committed to protecting children from the harmful effects of the sun. This policy ensures children are kept safe from sunburn, heat exhaustion, dehydration, and other heat-related illnesses while enjoying outdoor play.

Sustainability Policy

At Penguin Preschool, we are committed to promoting sustainability and caring for our environment. Through our daily practices, teaching, and community engagement, we aim to instil a sense of environmental responsibility in our children, families, and staff. Our approach to sustainability is practical, inclusive, and ongoing.

Toileting and Intimate Care Policy

The purpose of this policy is to ensure that all children at Penguin Preschool are supported with toileting and intimate care in a safe, respectful, sensitive, and dignified manner.