Outings Policy
Policy statement: Outings
It is my policy to keep children safe on outings whilst in my care.
In order to do this I will ensure that:
The ratio of adults to children on local outings will never be less than 1 to 5 and 1 to 3 for more involved outings.
I carry out a trial run and full risk assessment of the proposed outing
I obtain written parental permission for children to take part in regular, local outings whilst in my care and specific written permission for a longer or more involved outing
I take essential records and equipment for each child on outings as necessary, including contact telephone numbers for parents, a first-aid kit and a mobile telephone
I keep records for parental inspection of any vehicles in which children are transported, including insurance details and a list of named drivers
I will ensure that any driver transporting children in their own vehicle has adequate insurance cover
I adhere to my lost child procedure and make parents aware of the procedures in that procedure.
England
Meeting the Early Years Foundation Stage welfare requirements
Safeguarding and promoting children’s welfare – The provider must take necessary steps to safeguard and promote the welfare of children – outings.