Citation
Canavan, A. & Gibbons, N. (1997). Child Care Act 1991 - Part VII: Supervision of Pre-School Services. https://knowledge.barnardos.ie/handle/20.500.13085/840
Abstract
The introduction of the Child Care (Pre-School Services) Regulations 1996 was generally
welcomed as a first step in applying statutory controls to the pre-school sector. The
challenge now for those charged with implementation of the regulations is to ensure that:
- Information is provided to parents and providers of pre-school services
- Implementation of the regulations is carried out in a comprehensive way that is sensitive
to the needs of children, parents, service providers and staff in the pre-school services
- Standards are maintained and further enhanced through the implementation of the
regulations so that children attending a pre-school service experience a quality service
This training manual is published by Barnardo's National Children’s Resource Centre under
the terms of its mission statement to provide information and advice to individuals and
groups who work with children. It is a response to the many enquiries received by our
service for information and training on this subject. Apart from covering the legislation
and attendant regulations, this manual strives to encapsulate the important elements of
good practice that help to ensure the quality of care provided in pre-school services.
The manual strives to provide the opportunity for participants to integrate the theory and
practice of pre-school care. It offers an overall ethos to participants about adults working
directly with children. It aims to develop good working practices which are underpinned by
respect for the child, recognition of the child as a person with rights, and the knowledge
that children are individuals, with different needs, abilities and disabilities, cultures and
religions. Such differences should be valued and responded to in an anti-discriminatory
way which will support and foster a positive self image in children, and provide a good child
care experience.