Well Ofsted have said I have 10 working days following the publication of my report. It states that my report may still be published while the investigation is looked into.
It also states alternatively I can email
enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk or write to them.
My parent has written a lovely letter saying that they wish for me to speak to their child in English and that by me not speaking home language has had no effect on childs development. They have explained that they will continue to speak home language at home and how happy they are about the care I provide for their child . They mention how I communicate with them and tell them about their child's day. That we work together and discuss all aspects of child's development . They've also commented that they feel living in England it is important for a child to learn English during everyday communication and they would like me to speak English foremost. They have concluded that they will be happy if I wish to learn the basic words if I choose.
They have provided numerous words and phrases for me so in conclusion I am respecting the parents wishes to speak English foremost (which I feel Ofsted should take into account as two people have pointed out (first person from this forum) that if Ofsted are downgrading because we don't learn a childs language then they would not take on a bilingual child. At the same time I am learning the basics of the home language (as inspector requested) but feel that I should not have been marked down because I didn't initially as I was fulfilling parents request. Maybe make suggestions but not an action ..that's harsh, especially as I have never had a bilingual child before. Must point out inspector owned a nursery so can probably afford to bring a bilingual member of staff in or be able to afford resources that I cant.
Thank you for all your support. Thinking of seeing how things are worded in report which should come through any day now and then make my appeal (don't like the word complaint). I will see if I can send evidence such as parents letter and the flash cards we have devised between us.
Wish me luck I will keep you posted xx