Mandatory requirements for food safety and supervision as per the 2025 EYFS updates.
The 2025 framework explicitly states that children must be within sight and hearing of a staff member while eating.
Mandatory preparation methods to prevent choking.
Grapes and cherry tomatoes MUST be cut lengthways (vertically).
Hot dogs and sausages MUST be cut into thin strips.
Items that should not be served to children under 5.
Do not serve to young children. High-risk choking hazards that cannot be safely modified.
Apples and carrots must be grated or cooked until soft for babies and toddlers.
"Safer Eating" is now a legal requirement under the Sept 2025 EYFS framework. Failure to comply can result in an automatic "Inadequate" grading.
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