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    I have been registered since October 2014, I have 1 full time 15 month and 2 part time under 1's along with 3 over 8's.
    I still can not get my head around the paperwork, observations, assessments, planning etc.

    Ideally I would love someone to have a look at what I am doing and point me in the right direction before I get a call from Ofsted and fail at the first inspection.
    I have looked on the Pacey website and they offer a 121 service but it's quite pricey and although I'm a member I haven't really found them that helpful.

    I live in Hertfordshire, close to Watford, if there are any experienced childminders around that could offer me some advice it would be greatly appreciated.

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    sorry but i am nowhere near you. I hope someone comes along to offer support

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    I suggest you go along to some childminder meetings / groups and chat to some established cms in your area ... I am sure they will be welcoming

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    Quote Originally Posted by Tracie75 View Post
    I have been registered since October 2014, I have 1 full time 15 month and 2 part time under 1's along with 3 over 8's.
    I still can not get my head around the paperwork, observations, assessments, planning etc.

    Ideally I would love someone to have a look at what I am doing and point me in the right direction before I get a call from Ofsted and fail at the first inspection.
    I have looked on the Pacey website and they offer a 121 service but it's quite pricey and although I'm a member I haven't really found them that helpful.

    I live in Hertfordshire, close to Watford, if there are any experienced childminders around that could offer me some advice it would be greatly appreciated.
    Getting help from other cms is a good suggestion as Sarah says...you can also approach your Early Years team...as you are newly registered they must give you support to prepare for your inspection and point you to appropriate training
    Planning and understanding the EYFS is part of the pre registration training

    Good luck

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    Default Not near you but happy to help.

    Hey there, it is crazy isn't it! I'm not near you but happy to help. I am not very familiar with this forum but can we private message or exchange email addresses and I would be happy to help in anyway I can?
    Ronnie

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    Quote Originally Posted by ronniesrainbows View Post
    Hey there, it is crazy isn't it! I'm not near you but happy to help. I am not very familiar with this forum but can we private message or exchange email addresses and I would be happy to help in anyway I can?
    Ronnie
    Yes if you look for the private message button you can send messages to other members. Start typing their name and select it from the list.

 

 

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