Do you tell them why you are giving notice?

[singlewiththree]

I was writing a notice letter and thought should it just be straight to the point and tell them why verbally if they ask or should I say it in the letter?

[mandy moo]

Hi, didnt want to read and run,
I guess, IMO, it all depends on what/why your giving notice?
If it is a problem with a child that is on going, and you've spoken to the parents re: the 'problem', a few/several times, maybe?
otherwise I guess it could be, as Ive had to in the past, due to unforseen circumstances?
Sorry I cant help more, Just a thought

[sarah707]

I don't usually say why unless it's obvious.

Hope you are ok! xx

[CHUNKY MONKEY]

I would put it into writing so you have proof of what has been said, especially if they get the hump and go to Ofsted. Hope this helps and good luck

[Ms WG]

Always put the notice in writing and I normally say "due to a change in personal circumstances" unless, as Sarah707 said, the reason is obvious

[Blue Boy]

We always put it in written form and keep a copy for your own records.

[miffy]

I would always put notice in writing but wouldn't give a reason unless it had already been discussed with them

Miffy xx

[sweets]

depends on the reason i suppose, if its because you can't stand their child and will be glad to see the back of them, then i would probably keep it to myself.

[Blaze]

I do the same as Sarah...due to a change of personal circumstance.....
if pressed I just say that it's private & I am not comfortable discussing it or I say I am cutting down on hours (if that is makes sense to the situation).
HTH

[JJAY]

I do the same as Sarah...due to a change of personal circumstance.....
if pressed I just say that it's private & I am not comfortable discussing it or I say I am cutting down on hours (if that is makes sense to the situation).
HTH

same here. I've done exactly that.