Hi,

My first graded inspection is this week. It'll be weds/thurs/fri and I am very scared!!!

Have only been minding for two months, so I haven't really got anything exactly how I want it yet - been told not to complete the SEF, but to write down improvements.

Guess I just need some reassurance!!!!

I am very nervous now!!!

Help!!!

Kim xxx

Hi, I was in the same position, so I know exactly how you feel!! Have been minding since 10th Sept and had my inspection on 1st Nov! I did fill in my SEF (the weekend before she was due- I don't think I've drank so much coffee in my life!! haha) and it went down well with Mrs 'O' ''She is very committed to her professional development and uses self-evaluation extremely well to monitor and address any areas for development.'' Is in my report- so maybe if you have some time give it a try. I had all my paperwork, risk assessments, policys ect in order and had made a start on a learning journey- I did an all about me, had made my own for parents, but they didnt really fill it it like I wanted so I did a different one with my mindee and wrote his answers exactly how he said them, which Mrs 'O' found very amusing! I did some sticky note ob's, then I did one complete observation with next steps ect, had a few paintings pictures ect and some extra notes! I have started putting a folder together for things to do each month, events ect... Oh and labels! She loved the labels!!!

Good Luck!! x

I would do some sort of self evaluation if you have time Kim - inspectors are very hot on it at the moment.

You'll be fine! Just wow them with how committed and dedicated you are :D

Just wanted to wish you good luck :thumbsup:

Miffy xx