Arrival of an Ofsted Inspector For many people the thought of an Ofsted inspector turning up can be a daunting thought, however if you know in your heart that you are doing the best you can do then the whole experience will be fine. There are many tips that can help you be prepared, but on the day of your Ofsted inspection just carry on as … [Read more...] about Help in preparing you for your Ofsted Inspection
Preparing for Ofsted Inspection
Your Ofsted Inspection Guide – being prepared
What do Ofsted Expect to see? Ofsted may ask to see a variety of documentation when they come to inspect a setting, so ensure you have these in an easily accessible place. All documentation should be kept up to date and be well organised. There are a variety of ways people choose to keep documentation and various different formats. As long as they … [Read more...] about Your Ofsted Inspection Guide – being prepared
Top tips for when Ofsted arrive
Ofsted arriving can be a nerve wracking time for management and practitioners, however following these simple tips can help make the experience less daunting. Being prepared mentally can allow management and practitioners to display the setting to its full potential. Top 10 tips for Ofsted's Arrival Ask for proof of identity – When Ofsted … [Read more...] about Top tips for when Ofsted arrive
The Early Years Outcomes and Ofsted
What are the Early Years Outcomes? Sometimes when working in an early years setting it is easy to become confused around jargon and the choice of phrases used by other practitioners and Ofsted inspectors. It is important to remember that the early years do follow a framework and Ofsted need to see that all practitioners can competently implement … [Read more...] about The Early Years Outcomes and Ofsted
Recent Ofsted Inspection recommendations
A list of recommendations from Ofsted that nurseries have received during an Ofsted inspection Ofsted will give nurseries recommendations to help improve either their environment, practice or management and leadership skills. It is up to nurseries to act on these as Ofsted will evaluate these recommendations on the next inspection, they will be … [Read more...] about Recent Ofsted Inspection recommendations
Leadership and Management Ofsted evidence
Audit Tool to help Nursery managers evaluate their Leadership and Management ready for an Ofsted inspection During an Ofsted inspection, a large section of the inspection will be looking closely at the leadership and management of the setting. A joint observation with the Ofsted inspector and the manager will be analysed and the managers … [Read more...] about Leadership and Management Ofsted evidence
Guidance on The Prevent of Duty
More information on The prevent of Duty The Prevent of Duty came into force in July 2015, all school and childcare providers must comply with it. The Prevent of Duty is about preventing people being drawn into terrorism The government has complied a document outlining how providers must comply with this duty, it defined extremism in the … [Read more...] about Guidance on The Prevent of Duty
Guidance For Preparing For Your Ofsted Visit
Why does an Ofsted inspection take place? Ofsted will inspect nurseries to ensure the set standards are being met. Inspections should be seen as a positive way to promote good practice. Nurseries will be inspected during every cycle unless a complaint has risen. The inspection takes place on the premises of the setting and the inspector will … [Read more...] about Guidance For Preparing For Your Ofsted Visit
Preparing for an Ofsted Inspection
An Ofsted inspection is highly important to nursery owners and manager, if the outcome of the inspection is what owners and manager’s hope for, then this can mean everything to a successful business. Ofsted reports are accessible to the public therefore anyone can read the report and gain an insight of the nursery. Some parents will choose a … [Read more...] about Preparing for an Ofsted Inspection
A guidance for nurseries on the new legal duties to tackle extremism
A new guidance for nurseries from Education Secretary Nicky Morgan has been issued to help protect children from the risk of radicalisation and extremism. There has been recent information shared that the risks of young children being targeted by radical groups is on the rise, therefore it is important to keep children safe from harm. Schools … [Read more...] about A guidance for nurseries on the new legal duties to tackle extremism