Wall problem!

**SimplyLucy** · 07-01-2009, 07:26 PM

Originally Posted by BusyBuzyBumblebees

Interesting comment SimplyLucy, I had no idea you could still use the garden even though it isn't registered. Maybe that is an option then but surely it still maintains the same hazards and risks?

Ideally, I would like to have the garden registered though as I plan to do activities (depending on my age group) in the summer.

Thats the thing, you'd still be able to use the garden for activities and daily play. By it not being registered would just be OFSTEDS way of ensuring that you are treating the area as a place to visit rather than having the doors open for freeflow play.

Yes it would still have the same hazard as now but you'd do a risk assesment the same as you would for any place that you choose to take the children in your care.

**Buzz Lightyear** · 07-01-2009, 07:30 PM

Originally Posted by SimplyLucy

By it not being registered would just be OFSTEDS way of ensuring that you are treating the area as a place to visit rather than having the doors open for freeflow play.

Yes it would still have the same hazard as now but you'd do a risk assesment the same as you would for any place that you choose to take the children in your care.

Hmm now you see I would like the doors open for freeflow play, especially in the summer as it's a lovely space then, not so much now though - yuk! I want it all you see, haa haa. Fingers crossed my RA will be enough for her.

**sarah707** · 07-01-2009, 08:30 PM

You have a lovely space out there and a beautiful view but I can see what they mean about the dangers.

It only takes a second when you turn round to get something or one child needs you and you're not watching the other one or a ball goes over and the child dashes for it... even if you are outside all the time, things can happen.

I am sure the inspector will come up with ideas for you to say what will keep Ofsted happy and be really impressed that you've thought it through so well before your pre-reg.

Good luck! xx

**Buzz Lightyear** · 07-01-2009, 08:36 PM

Unfortunately, you're absolutely right Sarah

and I have a strong feeling my supervision wont be enough but at least it shows I've thought about it. What will be, will be, will find out tomorrow.

**jeanybeany** · 07-01-2009, 09:43 PM

Hi

Have you thought about garden trellis, the type that extends. You could somehow hook this on to the wall when you need to use it and unhook it when its just for your family. That way it's not permanent, can still see and feed the ducks and if done right a good safety measure. Just an idea. I would goto your local DIY store and see what is available.

Hope your pre-reg goes well

**murphy61** · 08-01-2009, 12:49 PM

just wanted to wish you luck with your pre-reg and hope you don't have to do to much if anything to the wall. it looks such a lovely view, and an advantage to the childrens development. i can't even get my double buggy through to the canal by me so that we can feed ducks.

**Buzz Lightyear** · 08-01-2009, 01:53 PM

Hurrah... she actioned me on the wall but we agreed on a bambo temporary screening which will be secured during the hours of minding and which can be removed when not. She said she is happy for me to feed the ducks over it but of course with care.

Really happy

**miffy** · 08-01-2009, 01:56 PM

Great news - pleased it's worked out for you

Miffy xx

**jibberjitz** · 08-01-2009, 02:00 PM

Hi,

What about some sort of trellis which you could grow stuff up - a good spot for sunflowers maybe? It would be a shame not to be able to use your garden in the summer.

Hope you get it sorted,

Liz

**Buzz Lightyear** · 08-01-2009, 02:05 PM

Ofsted were more than happy with the bamboo wall idea as it meant it could be folded back as and when we fed the ducks so I am more than happy with that

**murphy61** · 08-01-2009, 02:07 PM

Thats great t least you don't need a permanent fixture.

**Buzz Lightyear** · 08-01-2009, 02:07 PM

I know.... she said there was no need for anything permenant which was great

**Mollymop** · 08-01-2009, 02:17 PM

I am glad to hear she was fine with your solution! yippeee

**PixiePetal** · 08-01-2009, 06:03 PM

So pleased you got it sorted. I would love ducks at the end of the garden ! Just got allotments

**Buzz Lightyear** · 08-01-2009, 06:09 PM

They're brilliant, they even fly into the garden when they're feeling cheeky and can even come and take the bread from you. Probably wont happen with mindees though as they could potential try and grab the ducks necks!

**sarah707** · 08-01-2009, 06:52 PM

That's great news!

**Spangles** · 08-01-2009, 06:55 PM

That's a relief, good for you!

**ruby** · 08-01-2009, 11:25 PM

i am glad that you managed to sort it out

its a lovely back garden and agree it would be awful to have something premanent there

cathy

**Heaven Scent** · 09-01-2009, 09:45 AM

Thats brill - most inspectors have got some common sense but there are the few who are just power crazed and have to make problems where solutions are what is needed.

**gemhei** · 14-01-2009, 11:08 PM

Lol i think i know where you live i know that area well.

In argos theres some extendable fencing, a bit like trelising and at each side it has weighted bottoms so it cant be knocked over and you could take it down. I had one at the side of my house before i moved so the children couldnt get down side of house my ofsted inspector at my pre-reg said it was a good idea and liked it. I dont know if it would be heavy enough but at least the trellis would go before the child! Might be worth a try and if not you could always use it for something else mine came in handy for all sorts.

Failing that write a specific risk assesment for it, thats what i did with the step in my garden, at my recent inspection the inspector asked about the step i showed her the assesment and she said thats fine. Hope this helps.