I have just got a letter from Ofsed proposing to put my full address and telephone number on the web site along side my report. They say this will aid the parents search and they then won't have to go to FIS.
Our FIS don't put our full addresses on their information, they put the area and our phone number and email if we give consent for this which most people do seem to now. But not full postal address.
Am I being over protective? I have never put my full address on any advertising because I work alone in my home with other peoples children.
On a very basic Child protection point of view to put my full name and address on Ofsteds web site could put me and the children in danger. Also I don't want people trolling up and knocking on my door asking about childcare especially during the working day when I don't know them and am not expecting them.
I also find that where I live can put people off, we are at the top of a hill on an old council estate, we bought an ex council house 8 years ago. It makes all the difference if you can speak to a parent first. I also get the parents full address and phone details prior to a visit and it is better if you have been able to introduce yourselves over the phone at least. I'm sure most will phone before coming but you are bound to get some who turn up on the doorstep.
It is different for Day Nurseries and pre schools. They are not working in their own homes rather a building that is closed at night and no one lives there. They have other members of staff on hand which most of us don't.
For those of you who do give your consent for your full address to be published how will you then have control over it and how and where it is used by Ofsted or similar in the future?
Needless to say I will not be giving permission for this to be published.
I have just spoken to Ofsted and no one will speak on the phone about it we have to email or write with any concerns.
Please tell me I'm not the only one concerned about this move?
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