Get Inspection Ready - For Early Years Nurseries and Preschools to Finally Feel Confident for Ofsted!

We would like to look at the cause for concern forms for this episode. This is something that I see many settings get wrong, and it is so important that this is done effectively. In this episode, you will learn: - What a cause for concern is - Who we need to report these to - What needs to be filled in on the form. Cause For Concern Form, https://drive.google.com/file/d/1UJwKNrDBg9B8oEwd02WzXwuDER...

Today we will talk about how crucial it is that we nail transitions within our settings. We need to focus on what we are doing to help support and prepare the children for the big changes in their lives. In this episode, you will learn: - How to ensure that transitions are smooth - How to prepare children for transitions - How to support parents and carers with transitions For resources to support...

This week I want to talk about leadership and the skills and knowledge that we need to have in order to lead effectively. Within this episode you will learn about: - Different leadership styles - What it means to be a leader - Our brand new Jigsaw App! For resources to support you on your Early Years journey, visit, www.jigsawearlyyearsconsultancy.com Follow us on Facebook, @JigsawEYC Follow us on...

Ever wondered what it takes to turn your childcare setting into one that earns an "Outstanding" rating from Ofsted? For many early years educators, navigating inspections feels daunting, especially with the rising expectations in the sector. In this episode, you'll learn from someone who's been through it all—and succeeded. Within this episode, you will... - Discover practical steps to prepare you...

Today we are going to talk about paperwork and if we need it. Ofsted are constantly going on about reducing the amount of paperwork, but that does not mean we need to stop it altogether. In this episode you will learn about: - How paperwork can help you - When we need to have paperwork - What you would need to know if you did not have paperwork For resources to support you on your Early Years jour...

In this episode, Vanessa talks about Ofsted compliance visits, what a compliance visit is and why Ofsted may turn up to your setting for one. Within this episode, you will learn about: - What to expect from a compliance visit. - How to find out why Ofsted have turned up. - What you should do after a compliance visit. For resources to support you on your Early Years journey, visit, www.jigsawearlyy...

In this episode, Vanessa is joined by Jenny Bounds from Stockton House School as she talks about her recent experience with Ofsted. Jenny gives us an in-depth look into her experience with the inspection and offers some tips and tricks to help support you with your inspection. In this episode you will learn about: - A personal account of an inspection. - How to prepare for the inspeciton. - What t...

This episode takes you back to the basics as we reflect on risk assessments. This is something that is crucial when it comes to safeguarding children, but often, there are times when things can be missed. So within this episode, you will learn: - How to create an effective risk assessment. - How often risk assessments should take place. - How to risk assess the room whilst looking through the eyes...

Vanessa takes you back to basics and discusses the importance of ratios and what to do if they can not be met. In this episode, you will learn about: - Why we need to adhere to ratios. - Why Staff need to have the right qualifications. - How ratios vary depending on the age of the children. For resources to support you on your Early Years journey, visit, www.jigsawearlyyearsconsultancy.com Follow...

Vanessa talks to Ruth Hassey who just achieved an Outstanding from Ofsted. They talk about all the tips and tricks that you need to nail your inspection. In this episode you will learn: - About a personal Ofsted Experiences - Tips on how to impress the Inspector - How to prepare for the day ahead. For resources to support you on your Early Years journey, visit, www.jigsawearlyyearsconsultancy.com...

Your safeguarding file, this is something that I have been asked to cover time and time again, so here we go. The safeguarding file, this is important, and it is vital that this is up to date with relevant information for your setting. In this episode, you will learn about: - What your safeguarding file needs to contain. - How this information should be stored. - How this can help you during your...

A Swot Analysis is a great way to reflect on your business and nursery to see your strengths, what needs to be improved upon, and what can be done to help the setting to be a step above the competition. In this episode, you will learn about: - What a SWOT Analysis is - How to use a SWOT Analysis on your setting - How to use this information to better your business. For resources to support you on...

This is something that has been requested by a few of you, so in this episode, I will be talking about Monthly checks and talk about everything that must be done every month, and trust me, there will be more than you think! In this episode, you will learn about: - What checks need to be done monthly - Why this is important - What can be done to ensure these checks are being done. For resources to...

After reading recent Ofsted reports, I have seen that a lot of settings are not getting the grades that they want. So for this episode, I figured I would talk about what to do to come back from an Inadequate and how to achieve a Good at the next inspection. In this episode, you will learn about: - How to reflect on your inspection. - How to evaluate your setting to ensure the needs of the children...

Over the last month, I have been doing so many QIA's and going out to see your wonderful settings, so I figured for this week, I would share with you my findings so you can reflect on your practice and see if there is anything you could do to improve. Within this episode you will learn about: - Designing your own curriculum - The impact of joint observations - How to own your learning walk For res...

Today, I would like to talk to you about 2-year progress checks, why these are important and what can be done to ensure they are as efficient as possible. In this episode, you will learn about: - Why we do 2-year progress checks. - Why they are important. - How they support the child. For resources to support you on your Early Years journey visit, www.jigsawearlyyearsconsultancy.com Follow us on F...

Over the last few months, I have seen so many cases where children are being put at risk due to a number of reasons. So, I want to talk to you about managing risks and what needs to be done to ensure the safety of the children. In this episode, you will learn about:   - How to effectively manage staff handovers. - Ensuring that staff are aware of allergies. - The importance of checking routines to...

In this weeks episode I talk to you about seeing things through the eyes of the child and why this is such an important part of teaching in early years. In this episode you will learn about:  - What it means to see through the eyes of a child. - Why it is important to do this - The benefit this can have on the children in your setting.

In this episode Vanessa talks about the importance of training and what impact the training should have. In this episode you will learn. -How to tell if training if effective. -How to implement this training within the setting. -The importance of CPD.

Vanessa and  Hannah  ( both former early years inspectors ) to talk about transitions and how to make sure they are as smooth and effective as possible. In this episode you will learn: The types of transitions. Why transitions are important. How to ensure transitions are effective.

In this episode Vanessa talks about the importance of DSL and why it is important to keep up-to-date with your training. In this episode you will learn about: - What it means to be a DSL. - The importance of the DSL Role. - What the DSL has to do.

In this weeks episode Vanessa is joined yet again by former Ofsted inspector Hannah as they talk about the importance of supervisions and appraisals. Alongside why as a manager it can be vital to ensure you are using effective supervisions. In this episode you will learn about: The importance of supervisions and appraisals. How to get the most out of your supervisions. Creating a focus of the supe...

In this weeks episode Vanessa talks to Nursery Manager Rosie about the ins and outs of an inspection as well as personal experiences. In this episode you will learn about: The routine of an Ofsted inspection. Tips and Tricks on how to fly through the inspection. A personal account of how an inspection went.

In this week's episode Vanessa will be talking to former Ofsted Inspector Hannah and discussing Invisible Children. This is something that is quite big with Ofsted and shouldn't be overlooked! In this episode you will learn: What an invisible child is. How to recognise if a child is invisible. How to prevent a child becoming invisible. How you can support them.

Welcome to the Are You Ready For Your Inspection podcast, this episode I want to focus on what a significant event is and what you should be doing if something significant happens. Ofsted Compliance Handbook : https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/compliance-handbook