Hi, it's about meeting children's basic needs for health and well-being through the resources & equipment a setting has eg. furniture, cutlery, sinks, staff, advice, doors to get outside ..
Aspects for basic needs ..
Food and diet
Water
Natural light
Rest and sleep
Wamth
Fresh air
Exercise, physical activity, stimulation
Hygiene - safe environment for hand washing, table cleaning, toilet areas, awareness of cross infection and contamination ..
Security - safe environment: risk assessed/monitored, familiar to support confidence
Love, affection, continuity, stability
Professional knowledge & training
External professionals - GPs, health visitor, dentist ..
Hth xx
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