Small World
Childcare & Early Education Centre

Dublin Road
Portlaoise
Co. Laois

Where children experience the fun of active learning through an exciting programme designed for each age group.

Opening Hours
8am – 6pm Monday – Friday

Proprietor: Monica Delaney
For further information contact: 0502-63389

• MISSION STATEMENT
• ABOUT SMALL WORLD
• NUITRITION
• HEALTH & WELFARE
• TELEVISION AND VIDEO
• CARE OPTIONS
• KEY WORKER SYSTEM
• STAFFING

 

MISSION STATEMENT

“SMALL WORLD is committed to providing a quality childcare service that is child centered, sfae, secure, friendly and inclusive to everyone”

ABOUT SMALL WORLD

• All children must be registered prior to attending
• The crèche presents a wide range of stimulating activities that are available for the children every day.
• Children will have a good routine with responsive adults who offer them a variety of good experiences
• Activities are suited to the child’s age and stage of development offering them variety, simplicity and freedom to explore
• Interaction and communication is set at the level required by he child at their particular stage of development
• All materials and resources available are accessible and stimulating offering opportunities for development while being of the required safety standards
• All children have the opportunity and freedom to explore age appropriate activities for active learning
• All staff are equipped with knowledge of child development in order to deliver the programmes

NUITRITION

SMALL WORLD will promote a healthy lifestyle by encouraging healthy eating patterns with an emphasis on the social and enjoyable aspect of mealtimes.

We provide a varied menu for the children each day – sample below

Meal	Food
Breakfast	Cereal with milk
Mid Morning Snack	Juice with sandwich, crackers ot rice cakes
Lunch	Chicken stew, veg and potatoes
Afternoon Tea	Chips, beans on toast or fruit with yogurts

* If your child has any food allergy it is essential that this is brought to our attention*

HEALTH & WELFARE

If your child is unwell or displays any of the following symptoms:

• Rash
• Diarrhoea
• Vomiting
• Fever

Please do not bring them to the crèche. A child that is unwell should be at home.

If your child becomes ill we will contact you and may ask you to collect them if we feel necessary. We would appreciate your co-operation in this matter as your child’s welfare is our first concern.

TELEVISION AND VIDEO

All children in the crèche will have the opportunity to watch television.

Television can be a very beneficial and powerful tool if used correctly as children have a tendency to relate to characters portrayed on children’s T.V. programmes.

CARE OPTIONS

Care is provided as follows:

• Full time baby care
• Full day care
• Part time day care
• Sessional care – morning and afternoon
• School age childcare
• Back up care – when regular carers are unavailable

KEY WORKER SYSTEM

Each child is allocated a specific member of staff who provides continuity between the service and home. Key workers provide regular reports to keep parents informed of the day-to-day development that their child makes.

At SMALL WORLD we are committed to providing a warm, stimulating, creative environment that nurtures children to reach their potential. We place emphasis on early education and the development of the child’s social skills and independence.

STAFFING

All Smallworld staff are qualified to at least Level 2 in Childcare or its equivalent.

Each staff member hold a current First Aid Certificate.

We are aware of the importance of well-trained staff and offer regular opportunities as they arise participation on relevant training programmes.

In service training is ongoing and is generally provided by the proprietor, Monica Delaney, who is a qualified and experienced childcare trainer.

We are fully compliant with:

• The Childcare Regulation Act (1996)
• The Childcare Pre-schools Services Act (1997)
• The Safety Health & Welfare at Work Act (1989)
• Employment Legislation