Inspection feedback

[Natalierose]

So had my first graded inspection today and though I tried not to be I was very nervous this morning.
The inspector was lovely and really put me at ease. she asked lots of questions but also referred to my SEF a lot. Was really glad that I had done this in detail, really explained myself.
Her main interests were my planning and how effective it is and my lj's to prove the children's development. Even though my planning isn't the best which I had already admitted in my SEF as I've really struggled to find a format that works effectively for me, she was happy with it as I could explain to her how and why I do what I do. She looked at all my paperwork and made sure I was aware of what to do regarding safeguarding concerns. If I was struggling to get my brain to function she would give me time to think and little hints. She was here for 2 hrs 45 and it flew by.
There's was no need to be nervous at all.

[Vikki5531]

Well done, I'm glad to hear it was a positive experience! Thank you for the feedback xx

[Natalierose]

Thanks Vicki x

[kellyskidz!]

Thanks for feedback, always nice to hear someone has done well!
And well done you

[unalindura77]

Thanks that is very reassuring! Hope it goes this well for me

[Natalierose]

Thanks that is very reassuring! Hope it goes this well for me

when do you have yours? Is it your 1st?

[Kaybeaa]

Mines on Thursday. I'm panicking so much!

The Ofsted inspector told me on the phone she will want to talk to parents on pickup, luckily parents are lovely. Did you get this? What exactly do they ask the parents?

[sing-low]

Well done, Natalierose! Bet you're glad it's over. Kaybeaa, Ofsted may ask parents about your policies so might be as well to mention this to parents.

[Natalierose]

Kaybeaa she told me that as all my children arrive early in the morning that if I could ask the parents for written feedback that would be helpful. So they all sent me an email regarding the care I provide and how they feel their child has settled with me etc.
you'll be fine and if you've got the same inspector as me she's lovely!! good luck!! And please let me know how you get on x

[Natalierose]

Thanks sing-low! Yes it's a huge relief that's it's all over with x

[blue bear]

Thank you sounds like you did great

[Kaybeaa]

Ok great thanks! What was she called can you remember?

[tas]

Thank you for the feedback and well done!

[Natalierose]

Ok great thanks! What was she called can you remember?

Her name was Nicola and it sounded like she did a lot in this area x