Baby Club Cheshire Ltd runs baby and toddler classes including but not limited to “Spa” style Baby Massage & Craft, Baby Yoga & Messy Play, Story, Craft & Messy Play and Signing with Steph.
All babies and toddlers hereafter referred to as “children” who attend Baby Club Cheshire Ltd classes will be accompanied for the duration of the class by their parent/guardian/carer who is responsible for their care and wellbeing during the class. Parents/guardians/carers are reminded of this responsibility when they enrol for the classes.
The purpose and scope of this document
Baby Club Cheshire Ltd abides by the duty of care to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and is committed to safeguarding practice that reflects statutory responsibilities, government guidance and complies with best practice requirements. We recognise the welfare of children is paramount in all the work we do and in all the decisions we take. All children, regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation have an equal right to protection from all types of harm or abuse. We recognise that some children are additionally vulnerable because of the impact of previous experiences, their level of dependency, communication needs or other issues. Extra safeguards may be needed to keep children who are additionally vulnerable safe from abuse.
The purpose of this policy statement is:
This policy applies to anyone working on behalf of Baby Club Cheshire Ltd including the business owner, paid staff and volunteers. Failure to comply with the policy and related procedures will be addressed without delay and may ultimately result in dismissal/exclusion from the organisation.
This policy has been drawn up on the basis of legislation, policy and guidance that seeks to protect children in England, including The Children Act 1989. A summary of the key legislation is available from nspcc.org.uk/learning.
How will we ensure children are safeguarded?
All children who attend Baby Club Cheshire Ltd classes will be accompanied for the duration of the class by their parent/guardian/carer who is responsible for their care and well-being during the class.
At the time of booking, Parents/guardians/carers will be asked to read and agree to the Baby Club Cheshire Ltd Terms and Conditions document which outlines the expectations of their behaviour in order to keep all children in attendance safe from harm.
All employees of the company must have undergone an Enhanced Check with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) prior to working with any children. Any volunteers who have not had a DBS check must only have contact with the children in the presence of their parent/guardian/carer or a Baby Club Cheshire Ltd employee.
All employees and volunteers should be aware of the Video and Photography Policy and understand that it is unlawful to photograph children without the explicit consent of the person with parental responsibilities. Upon registration, parents/guardians/carers will be asked to read the Photography policy relating to photographs being taken of their child for the purposes of sharing on the Baby Club Cheshire Ltd website and social media pages. This consent can be withdrawn at any time.
Baby Club Cheshire Ltd will ensure that we provide a safe physical environment for our children, employees and volunteers, by applying health and safety measures in accordance with the law and regulatory guidance
Reporting of Safeguarding Concerns
Concerns may be reported confidentially to the Nominated Child Safeguarding Lead:
Name: Steph Tully
Email: babyclubcheshire@outlook.com
Concerns will be reported to the Local Authority or Police.
Anyone with any child safeguarding concerns can contact the NSPCC Helpline on 0808 800 5000
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We are committed to reviewing our policy and good practice annually. This policy was last reviewed on: 03/03/2025
All babies and toddlers hereafter referred to as “children” who attend Baby Club Cheshire Ltd classes will be accompanied for the duration of the class by their parent/guardian/carer who is responsible for their care and wellbeing during the class. Parents/guardians/carers are reminded of this responsibility when they enrol for the classes.
The purpose and scope of this document
Baby Club Cheshire Ltd abides by the duty of care to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and is committed to safeguarding practice that reflects statutory responsibilities, government guidance and complies with best practice requirements. We recognise the welfare of children is paramount in all the work we do and in all the decisions we take. All children, regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation have an equal right to protection from all types of harm or abuse. We recognise that some children are additionally vulnerable because of the impact of previous experiences, their level of dependency, communication needs or other issues. Extra safeguards may be needed to keep children who are additionally vulnerable safe from abuse.
The purpose of this policy statement is:
- to protect children who attend our classes from harm.
- to provide staff and volunteers, as well as children and their families, with the overarching principles that guide our approach to child protection.
This policy applies to anyone working on behalf of Baby Club Cheshire Ltd including the business owner, paid staff and volunteers. Failure to comply with the policy and related procedures will be addressed without delay and may ultimately result in dismissal/exclusion from the organisation.
This policy has been drawn up on the basis of legislation, policy and guidance that seeks to protect children in England, including The Children Act 1989. A summary of the key legislation is available from nspcc.org.uk/learning.
How will we ensure children are safeguarded?
All children who attend Baby Club Cheshire Ltd classes will be accompanied for the duration of the class by their parent/guardian/carer who is responsible for their care and well-being during the class.
At the time of booking, Parents/guardians/carers will be asked to read and agree to the Baby Club Cheshire Ltd Terms and Conditions document which outlines the expectations of their behaviour in order to keep all children in attendance safe from harm.
All employees of the company must have undergone an Enhanced Check with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) prior to working with any children. Any volunteers who have not had a DBS check must only have contact with the children in the presence of their parent/guardian/carer or a Baby Club Cheshire Ltd employee.
All employees and volunteers should be aware of the Video and Photography Policy and understand that it is unlawful to photograph children without the explicit consent of the person with parental responsibilities. Upon registration, parents/guardians/carers will be asked to read the Photography policy relating to photographs being taken of their child for the purposes of sharing on the Baby Club Cheshire Ltd website and social media pages. This consent can be withdrawn at any time.
Baby Club Cheshire Ltd will ensure that we provide a safe physical environment for our children, employees and volunteers, by applying health and safety measures in accordance with the law and regulatory guidance
Reporting of Safeguarding Concerns
Concerns may be reported confidentially to the Nominated Child Safeguarding Lead:
Name: Steph Tully
Email: babyclubcheshire@outlook.com
Concerns will be reported to the Local Authority or Police.
Anyone with any child safeguarding concerns can contact the NSPCC Helpline on 0808 800 5000
Privacy Policy
We are committed to reviewing our policy and good practice annually. This policy was last reviewed on: 03/03/2025
SAFEGUARDING POLICY
LAST UPDATED - 03/03/2025