Care Of The Child Flashcards
What are nannies?
Person who looks after children in their own home
2 advantages of nannies for the child
More personal attention
Less possibility of contact with childhood illnesses
2 disadvantages of nannies with the child
Fewer opportunities to socialise
Risk of confusion
2 advantages of nannies for the adult
No need to take time off work
No worries about picking child up
2 disadvantages of nannies for parents
Not have qualifications
Not monitored or checked
What are nurseries?
Care for children all day
Registered by Ofsted
4 advantages of nurseries
Trained and experienced staff
Programme of activities
Opportunity to okay with other children
Wide variety of toys
2 disadvantages of nurseries
Exposure to illness
Can be expensive
Less flexibility over hours
4 points to consider when choosing a nursery
Secure entry system
Children playing happily?
Wide variety of toys
Equipment in good condition
2 advantages of childminder for a child
Home like atmosphere
Small groups of children
Chance to be with other children
2 disadvantages of childminder for child
More chance of illness
Compete for attention
2 advantages of childminder for parent
More flexible hours
May live locally
Registered by Ofsted
2 disadvantages of childminder for parent
May cause problems if childminder is ill
May organise day to suit other children
2 advantages of family members for child
Develops a close bond with relatives
Continuity of care
Less possibility of contact with childhood illnesses
2 disadvantages of family members for child
Grandparents may spoil
May be physically demanding
Few opportunities to mix with others
2 advantages of family members for parent
Live locally
Flexible about hours
May be able to look after if they’re sick
2 disadvantages of family members for parent
Different ideas about discipline
If things go wrong can cause family problems
4 reasons a family may be single
Break down of relationship Divorce One partner in prison One parent may be ill One parent may have died
4 reasons why children may be looked after
Neglect ion Risk of physical/sexual abuse Who have committed a crime Parents may have died Have special needs
