UCL Day Nursery Nappy Changing Policy

We ask parents to supply nappies and wipes and hold a stock of spare nappies for use with the children to avoid allergic reactions. If a child’s own supply runs out they will be cleaned with cotton wool and water.

All children who wear nappies or are toilet training will have a labelled individual basket containing their nappies/knickers/pants/wipes etc. 

Each child should have at least one full change of clothes available. The nursery will hold a supply of spare clothes for other needs.

Children must be changed on a change unit or on a changing mat on the floor if necessary.

Children must never be left unattended during the nappy change. Staff will ensure that wherever possible, they are in view of a colleague. 

Staff should talk to the child in a comforting, positive, and friendly way, and will maintain good eye contact with the child throughout the changing process. 

Staff must record the nappy change on a nappy change sheet, and should also record any observations of rashes or marks. Parents or carers should be informed of anything recorded.