Hobbyhorse takes great care to treat each individual as a person in their own right, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they be an adult or child. Discrimination on the grounds of age, sex, race, religion, colour, creed, marital status, ethnic or national origin, political belief or any other criteria has no place within this nursery.
Should any person believe that this policy is not being totally complied with, it is their duty to bring the matter to the attention of the manager at the earliest opportunity.
No child will be discriminated against on the grounds of sex, race, religion, colour or creed.
Those designated disabled or disadvantaged will be considered for a place, taking into account their individual circumstances and the ability of the nursery to provide the necessary standard of care.
The nursery will strive to ensure that all services and projects are accessible to all groups and individuals in the community within targeted age groups.
The nursery will promote equal access to services and projects by taking practical steps such as ensuring access to disabled people and producing material in relevant languages and media.
The nursery and staff are committed to: Encourage positive role models, displayed through toys, books, imaginary play and activities that remote non-stereotyped images.
Encourage children to join in activities, i.e. dressing up, shop, home corner, dolls, physical play equipment etc.
Carry out a regular review of child care practice within the nursery to ensure the policy is effective.
Staff will be recruited on the basis of their experience, qualifications and suitability for the post, no other criteria will be used.