CORE Chapter 1 Quiz

What age range does the chapter focus on for understanding differences in childcare and education provision?

• 0–5 years

• 0–10 years

• 0–19 years

• 5–19 years

What will students learn about the occupational roles in the education and childcare sector?

• The salary ranges for each role

• The responsibilities and entry requirements

• The historical development of each role

• The international standards for each role

What does the term "voluntary" refer to in the context of childcare settings?

• Settings funded by government contributions

• Settings funded by donations and voluntary contributions

• Settings that require mandatory fees from parents

• Settings that are independent and not inspected

Which type of childcare setting requires registration and inspection by Ofsted if they provide regular care and education?

• Voluntary

• Private

• Statutory/maintained

• Independent

What is the role of childminders in early years provision?

• They only provide educational activities

• They work in schools and nurseries

• They care for children’s welfare, learning, and development

• They only supervise children during playtime

What does the term "holistic" mean in the context of childcare?

• Focusing on academic learning only

• Providing care for physical needs only

• Looking at the whole rather than each individual part

• Ensuring children are entertained

What must childminders in England do if they look after more than two hours in any day?

• Register as a childminder

• Hire an assistant

• Work from home

• Register with a nanny agency

What is included in the Early Years Statutory Framework for childminders?

• Childminder ratios and welfare requirements

• Nanny placement and contracts

• DBS checks and legal obligations

• Overseas employment opportunities

What is the purpose of the Early Years Register?

• For those caring for children from birth to the 31 August after their fifth birthday

• For those caring for children aged five to eight years

• For those caring for children under the age of two

• For those caring for children in a school setting

What does DBS stand for?

• Disclosure and Barring Service

• Domestic Babysitting Service

• Department of Babysitter Safety

• Direct Background Screening