newbie

[littlelollies]

Hi
I am both new to this site and and newly registered minder

Was wondering if anyone has any tips for your first ofsted grading visit as mine has just been dropped on my lap as am early Christmas pressie :-D

Love reading some of the conversations on here
Good to know I'm not the only one going mad with paperwork, learning journals, and long days

Little lollies

[FussyElmo]

Be yourself. Dont do stuff you wouldnt normally do as the lo's will drop you in it. Remember the focus is still you with the children not you on the inspector. If she asks you something dont be afraid to think about what you say.

I had all my paperwork in a box ready for her so i didnt have to leave and fetch anything.

Also they are not there to trip you up

[littlelollies]

Thanks I am trying not to be nervous I just hope all the hard work with my set up pays off.... Hope I haven't missed anything out

What happens if some things are wrong do they give you time to rectify or is that the end of your career

[sarah707]

Unless you make a big safeguarding error you will normally have plenty of time to make changes.

You'll be fine! Just keep to your routine so you don't confuse the children.

Don't forget to let us know how you get on

[littlelollies]

Thanks ladies for your help and reassuring words watch this space x