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Legislation and Children’s rights As a child care provider I must comply and adhere to many different legislations. Below are just a few of the main legislations I feel are most important whilst careing for children in the home based setting. A full copy of all the legislations I must adhere to can be obtained by the parent on request. Childcare Act (2006) This act is the introduction of the EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) is the statutory framework that sets the standards that all Early Years providers must meet to ensure that children learn and develop well and are kept healthy and safe. It promotes teaching and learning to ensure children are ready for school and gives children the broad range of knowledge and skills that provide the right foundation for good future progress through school and life. A full copy of the EYFS can be obtained at http://media.education.gov.uk/assets/files/pdf/e/eyfs%20statutory%20framework%20march%202012.pdf And a Parent’s guide to the EYFS can also be obtained at www.foundationyears.org.uk/wp-content/.../EYFS_Parents_Guide.doc Childrens act The main key points I will ensure I adhere to (but not limited to) are Children have the right to be protected from all forms of discrimination (article 2) The best interests of the child must be primary consideration in all activities and actions concerning the children (article 3) The child shall have full opportunity for play, recreation, which should be directed to the same purpose as education. (article 7) A child has the right to express his or her views freely and that view is to be given appropriate weight in accordance with the childs age or maturity. (article 12) A childs right to privacy (article 16) A full copy of the Childrens Act can be obtained at http://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2004/31 A childs right to education with a view to achieving this right progressively on the basis of equal opportunities. (article 28) Sex and Race discrimination To promote equal opportunities to ensure individuals are not discriminated against on grounds of their sex or race. Education acts 1981, 1993 & 1997 These acts ensure the children’s educational development needs before school age closely relating to the EYFS framework. Should you require any further information about these legislations or would like a more detailed explination as to how I incorporate these into my child care setting please either speak to me or email me at: