Outings policy

Outings are an invaluable source of learning for your child. They give them the opportunity to explore and understand the community around them and the experiences it has to offer. Trips may be on foot, in the car or by public transport. Whilst there is no requirement to have written risk assessment your child's safety is my first priority.

Therefore on any outing:

I adhere to my ratios as stated in the EYFS 2026 - a maximum of 6 children under the age of 8, of which a maximum of 4 can be in the EYFS.
I take essential records and equipment/medication for each child on all outings.
I carry my Emergency Plan with your child's contact details, a first-aid kit and a mobile phone.
My car is insured for transporting your child (business use). There are age appropriate car seats for all children.
My paediatric first aid certificate is up-to-date.
When visiting somewhere new with the children, I look at the venue's website for their risk assessment and establish safe places to eat, accessibility of toilets, hand washing facilities/child friendly sinks with soap and running water...
I am always vigilant to remove, minimise and manage the risks and hazards on all trips and outings.
As when in setting all children are adequately supervised, which means they are always within sight and hearing, including when they are eating.

Before an outing

I will:

Plan outings according to the children’s ages, abilities, interests and individual needs.
Check the weather and make alternative arrangements if necessary.
Ensure children have suitable clothing, footwear, sun protection and any required medication.
Take a charged mobile phone and emergency contact details.

During an outing

I will:

Supervise children closely and keep them within sight or hearing as appropriate.
Carry out regular headcounts, particularly when entering or leaving places and when travelling.
Teach children simple road and personal safety rules.
Take particular care around roads, water, animals, car parks and crowded areas.
Ensure children remain with me and do not leave the group without permission.
Follow children’s individual medical, dietary and care needs.

Accidents and emergencies

In the event of an accident or emergency, I will prioritise the safety of all children, contact emergency services where necessary and inform parents/carers as soon as possible.

Any accident or significant incident will be recorded in accordance with my Accident and Emergency Policy.