Publisher's Synopsis
Probably the Most Comprehensive Guide to Nursery Care Ever Written With 35 years' experience in childcare and early years' education, Jane Smalley has written what is probably the most comprehensive guide to nursery care ever written. In Jane's clear and concise style there is a raft of information vital to both parents and owners. This 'must-have' guide will be invaluable to parents looking to choose nursery care for their child/ children or help them evaluate care already chosen. Jane's book is the 'expert in your pocket' for choosing a nursery. It tells you what to look for, what questions to ask and provides a handy checklist to help you throughout the process. There's also some really helpful chapters on other types of childcare and providing educational and fun play at home. For nursery-owners, this book provides the tools and resources to assess current practice and make any changes necessary to raise the quality of care and education delivered in your setting. There's an abundance of self-assessment tables which not only guide you through the assessment process, but also support the continuous professional development (CPD) of your staff. With this book to guide you, you can't fail to make the right decision for your child either as a parent or nursery setting.
