Free, EYFS 2026 compliant procedure templates updated for the latest statutory requirements. Download instantly.
While childminders registered solely on the Early Years Register are not strictly required to have written policies, you must be able to clearly explain your procedures to Ofsted and ensure any assistants follow them to the letter.
💡 The "No-Written-Policy" Flex:
Our templates don't just give you a document; they give you the perfect script to confidently articulate your expert knowledge during the 2026 Ofsted Planning Call and inspection.
Single headline grades are gone. Your setting will now receive a nuanced evaluation across areas like Inclusion and Leadership. Our templates are mapped to these specific 'Report Card' domains, focusing on the Graduated Approach (Assess, Plan, Do, Review) for children with SEND.
A new mandatory video call replaces the traditional start of the visit. You must be ready to discuss your setting's context and Inclusion strategy, including how you use targeted funding like EYPP to reduce barriers to learning.
While you can charge for consumables (meals, trips, nappies), you must not charge a top-up fee for the free entitlement. Critically, if a parent chooses not to pay for these extras, you must agree to an alternative arrangement (e.g., allowing them to bring their own meals) to ensure they still have access to their free childcare.
2026 standalone focus area: Graduated Approach (Assess, Plan, Do, Review), reasonable adjustments, and supporting socioeconomically disadvantaged children.
EYFS 2026 compliant procedure including explicit device and camera policies, digital body maps, and DSL internet safety training mandates.
Comprehensive complaints handling with clear escalation protocols and new 2026 whistleblowing protections for assistants.
Fire safety, assembly points, and safer recruitment check protocols ensuring all adults on site are verified.
Step-by-step response protocol, including specific notification triggers for local children's social care.
Professional Word-compatible template for private hours, consumables, and Tax-Free Childcare references.
Simple communication sheet for Under 5s, covering naps, meals, and EYFS developmental moments.
Mandatory compliance record with integrated body maps and parent signature tracking.
Parental consent protocols, allergy management, and safe storage requirements for all health needs.
Starting point assessment tool to capture routines, likes, and developmental baselines for new children.
A professional childminder doesn't just "have" a policy; they live their procedures. Use these templates to build a culture of safety and excellence in your setting.
Clear procedures build trust and transparency from day one.
License: Free for registered childminders for use in their own settings. Redistribution or resale is prohibited.
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