ahh, the welfare requirements are organised a little differently, the welsh standards are regulated by the CSSIW, they're published independantly of the foundation phase framework. You can find them on this link
Welsh childminding and daycare services and the
launch page on CSSIW
Differences ..
ENGLAND's:
Framework for early years currently 0 - 5 years old: EYFS early years foundation stage
Statutory framework contains:
2008: 6 areas of learning, developmental information, welfare requirements, 69 early learning goals, assessment information
2012: 7 areas of learning, development information, welfare requirements, 17 headings to cover 48 early learning goals, assessment and reporting information.
+ Additional guidance materials to support the implemetnation of eyfs
Aim of framework is to secure positive outcomes for all children and fulfil the aspirations of Every Child Matters.
Inspection regulated by OfStEd
Whistleblowing hotline managed by OfStEd
SEF self evaluation form managed by OfStEd
WALES':
1.
National minimum standards
2.
Framework for early years currently 3 - 7 years old: FP foundation phase: 7 areas of learning, development information & outcomes
Flying start funding to support 0 - 3s
3.
Statutory assessment whilst end of foundation phase assessment and reporting arrangements are a statutory part of a child's time in the programme, the book is guidance
+
Suite of guidance materials to support implementation of the Foundation phase
Aim of framework is to secure positive outcomes for all children through the fulfilment of children's rights as found within the UNCRC and aspirations of the Government's own commitment to learning and positive outcomes.
Inspection regulated by Care and Social Services Inspectorate Wales (CSSIW)
Inspection carried out by
ESTYN
About Estyn and the
Glossary of terms is a good read
Self evaluation manual
Whistleblowing -
model policy for schools page 17 details how to raise a concern and pg 23 provides a list of contacts external to an organisation.
It's a big read - safeguarding children
working together under the childrens act 2004 is excellent, take a little time over it as you'll find it covers a huge amount of safeguarding, child protection information.
Your
local .gov.uk website & LSCB site will also help with how the information in that document is delivered locally.
Hth xx