Annex 2 Sample Registration Guide and Registration Form THE REGISTRATION PROCEDURE Initial application enquiries should be made directly to the [NAME THE MINISTRY/DEPARTMENT] The Early Childhood Minimum Service Standard and Administrative Policies and Guidelines are available to applicants for review at the [NAME OFFICE OF THE REGISTRATION AUTHORITY]. Applicants can request an initial visit by an Early Childhood Officer to advise on the suitability of the premises for an Early Childhood Service. Those wishing to obtain more information and/or proceed with an application for registration are then required to purchase an Early Childhood Development Service application pack that includes the application form. If Planning Permission is required for the premises, an early application for this must be made. It may be necessary to seek [VERIFICATION OR CERTIFICATE] from the [NAME THE MINISTRY RESPONSIBLE FOR PLANNING PERMISSION]. The registration process cannot proceed very far until any necessary planning permission is granted. Upon receipt of the completed application forms and correct remittance, contact will be made by an Early Childhood Officer to arrange a ‘site visit’. On the visit, an assessment will be made of the premises and its suitability for the proposed venture. Officers of the Fire Service and the [NAME THE SERVICE RESPONSIBLE FOR PUBLIC HEALTH OR ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH] will inspect the premises and make recommendations. All areas of improvement/amendment will be given in writing, with timescales for completion. The registered provider will be interviewed. The suitability of the supervisor of the Early Childhood Development Service will be assessed by means of discussion and observation. A check will be performed through the Police and 42
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