Changing ratios - variations - a reminder
I have received a lot of messages recently about whether childminders can look after 5 or even 6 little ones routinely, starting now.
The answer is ‘no - absolutely not - you cannot do this!!’
The rules about variations have NOT changed.
You MUST follow the rules in the EYFS statutory requirements - 3.27 - 3.41.
You can ONLY change the conditions of your registration for continuity of care - in exceptional circumstances...
... and before you change the conditions of your registration you must work through a process that includes risk assessing the change you intend to make and discussion with parents.
This document explains the main rules about variations - Variations2012
This document has a sample risk assessment and lots of other information - Changes to Conditions of Registration
Both documents were proofed by Ofsted so we know they are right to date (05.2013).
I can’t possibly read every thread on here and reply to every post so please, if you see a ratio question which is not answered - or which is answered incorrectly - report it so it is flagged up in moderators.
Thank you xx