National Minimum Standards for Regulated Childcare for children up to the age of 12 years: statutory guidance - Audience and overview
Standard of care child minding and day care providers must meet to look after children under 12.
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Standard 3: Assessment
Child’s voice: Everyone takes time to get to know me; people know what I need and like, so I can feel happy and comfortable.
Well-being outcome: Children’s strengths, interests and needs are recognised early, enabling responsive care and planning that supports holistic development and playful learning.
The registered person is responsible for ensuring that:
3.1 Children’s needs and preferences are identified as far as practicable before they are placed or attend.
3.2 Parents and children are encouraged to visit the childcare provision before the child starts attending to make sure that the child’s needs are clearly identified.
3.3 Parents are asked specifically about their child’s preferences, needs and abilities, and for any other information they need to share to ensure the best possible care for the child. Consideration is also given to the wishes of the child, either through discussions with the child or with the parents and child.
To assist providers, the principal regulatory requirements underpinning this standard are outlined below, followed by relevant guidance. Providers should note that neither list is exhaustive, and that providers must have regard to all standards relevant to their service and the circumstances concerned.
Related Regulations
Regulation 9 – registered person: general requirements
Regulation 20 – Safeguarding and promotion of welfare
Regulation 21 – Food provided for children
Regulation 22 – Arrangements for the protection of children
Regulation 24 – Health needs of children
Regulation 26 – Use and storage of medicines
Regulation 30 – Keeping of records and Schedule 3 – Records to be maintained