Applied to Ofsted in March group

[uf353432]

Well I have 2 families trying to get me for the same space now, and I REALLY want to help both families so have applied to Ofsted for a variation. If they agree to it I would be over the button moon as both mums are really very lovely and the kids are fab - the ideal perfect scenario - so i'm at the mercy of Mr and Mrs Ofsted to say yes of course you can. It wouldn't make me full time but pretty darn close, with spaces still for a couple of afternoons and or after school care.

In the meantime I hope to be looking after a different child one afternoon a week until Sept, mum coming round on Friday to have a look, but pretty much wanted to signed up when she spoke to me in the playground so thats good.

Keep your fingers crossed that the men from del ofstedy say yup!

[Zoomie]

Well I have 2 families trying to get me for the same space now, and I REALLY want to help both families so have applied to Ofsted for a variation. If they agree to it I would be over the button moon as both mums are really very lovely and the kids are fab - the ideal perfect scenario - so i'm at the mercy of Mr and Mrs Ofsted to say yes of course you can. It wouldn't make me full time but pretty darn close, with spaces still for a couple of afternoons and or after school care.

In the meantime I hope to be looking after a different child one afternoon a week until Sept, mum coming round on Friday to have a look, but pretty much wanted to signed up when she spoke to me in the playground so thats good.

Keep your fingers crossed that the men from del ofstedy say yup!

I think I would be too scared to apply for a variation right at the beginning .... for what period of time (hours in the day) would you require the variation for ?

Best of Luck

[uf353432]

about 3 hours 2 days a week for 1 above my numbers, and my dd who is included in my numbers is at preschool during this time and its term time only, not starting until Sept.

I know I have only just registered but its got to be worth a punt, and if they say no i'll get the parents to write a letter of appeal to see if they will change their mind.

I really want to make it work for both families - they don't have any other options.

[Zoomie]

Intro about yourself: Mum to 3, idea of becoming cm originated in June 2008
Date submitted to Ofsted:Friday, 13 March
First Aid Course Completed: Oct 2008
ICP Course Completed: Dec 2008
ICP Exam Passedec 2008
Pre-Registration Inspection Date: 06 Apr 2009
Date any actions cleared: 27 Apr 2009
Date CRB clearance received: stalking the postie ...
Date SS checks completed: 30 March 2009
Date Ofsted said everything is approved:...
Magical date that Certificate finally arrives:...
Date first mindee starts:...

Just updating really, as I went onto CRB website and it says my CRB were despatched on 30/4, so now just waiting for my lovely postie

[Cakes]

Intro about yourself: Mum to 3, idea of becoming cm originated in June 2008
Date submitted to Ofsted:Friday, 13 March
First Aid Course Completed: Oct 2008
ICP Course Completed: Dec 2008
ICP Exam Passedec 2008
Pre-Registration Inspection Date: 06 Apr 2009
Date any actions cleared: 27 Apr 2009
Date CRB clearance received: stalking the postie ...
Date SS checks completed: 30 March 2009
Date Ofsted said everything is approved:...
Magical date that Certificate finally arrives:...
Date first mindee starts:...

Just updating really, as I went onto CRB website and it says my CRB were despatched on 30/4, so now just waiting for my lovely postie

Thats great news ..you submitted to ofsted on the same day i did but had your inspection 5 days after than mine and i'm still on stage 4 the police in your area must be super fast !!!

[Zoomie]

Thats great news ..you submitted to ofsted on the same day i did but had your inspection 5 days after than mine and i'm still on stage 4 the police in your area must be super fast !!!

Well it seems that the CRB process hasn't been as straightforward. Both DH and my CRBs were despatched on 30 April, according to the website, DH's arrived on Monday, but its Thursday now and still nothing re mine .

I am starting to doubt myself now, and think I'll go check the CRB website. Maybe I imagined mine was despatched

[Zoomie]

... the police in your area must be super fast !!!

Ummmmm, NOT, especially when you call 999 .

Hopefully yours wont be too much longer.

[Cakes]

Ummmmm, NOT, especially when you call 999 .

I have been doing a bit of searching on how they actually carry out the crb and it looks like i will be waiting a LOT longer they send a police check to every local police force you have lived in the last 5 years which for me and DH is 3. For my brother who lives with us at the moment it is 5!!!!!

Hope your crb appears soon x

[uf353432]

Just a little update from me.

I have people waiting on an Ofsted Variation request from Sept - hopefully will hear soon if they will grant it or not, been 2-3 weeks so far.

In the meantime took on a 4yr old for 5 hours a week, rising to 10 after half term AND a mum has just confirmed she wants me to look after her 1 yr old for 8 week until mid Aug around the 4 yr olds hours - so its finally falling into place.

Still haven't filled my before and after school slots - which is a pain - but with the local nursery starting an after school club and the school looking to start a breakfast club from Sept - I guess parents have a few more options and they may decide to enquire closer to Sept or send them to the nursery and school and perhaps come to me if it doesn't work out.

Still early days and I think its going reasonably well. Quite pleased to build up slowly as it allows me to build up my systems and test it all - crawl, walk, run!

Hows everyone else getting on?

[Zoomie]

Thats great that you have started.

I want to start smallish too, but had an enquiry for two siblings almost full time till older one starts reception in Sept. Not too sure sure if they are actually going to come back cos they haven't called yet but my CRB has disappeared.

It was despatched 16 days ago, and still nothing received by either Ofsted or me. Managed to get them to reprint it on the 14th day, but obviously can't expect that to arrive until at least next week.

To tell you the truth I am just sick of waiting for this CRB to arrive, as I am sure everyone is sick of hearing about it too .

[Minstrel]

Thats great that you have started.

I want to start smallish too, but had an enquiry for two siblings almost full time till older one starts reception in Sept. Not too sure sure if they are actually going to come back cos they haven't called yet but my CRB has disappeared.

It was despatched 16 days ago, and still nothing received by either Ofsted or me. Managed to get them to reprint it on the 14th day, but obviously can't expect that to arrive until at least next week.

To tell you the truth I am just sick of waiting for this CRB to arrive, as I am sure everyone is sick of hearing about it too .

oh i really feel for you hun. I was in the same frame of mind. I hated waiting for it. In the end it took 10 weeks but finally got mine on friday and OH's on staurday. Posted an ad on ***** and have already had a really promising enquiry.
Hope you dont have towait too much longer but it will all come togther at once and you'll feel great i promise!

[misst104]

Thats great that you have started.

I want to start smallish too, but had an enquiry for two siblings almost full time till older one starts reception in Sept. Not too sure sure if they are actually going to come back cos they haven't called yet but my CRB has disappeared.

It was despatched 16 days ago, and still nothing received by either Ofsted or me. Managed to get them to reprint it on the 14th day, but obviously can't expect that to arrive until at least next week.

To tell you the truth I am just sick of waiting for this CRB to arrive, as I am sure everyone is sick of hearing about it too .

The waiting is the worst thing isn't it. Its SO FRUSTRATING I will keep fingers crossed it is with you soon

xxx jo

[Zoomie]

Intro about yourself: Mum to 3, idea of becoming cm originated in June 2008
Date submitted to Ofsted:Friday, 13 March
First Aid Course Completed: Oct 2008
ICP Course Completed: Dec 2008
ICP Exam Passedec 2008
Pre-Registration Inspection Date: 06 Apr 2009
Date any actions cleared: 27 Apr 2009
Date CRB clearance received: 22 May (took 22 days to arrive )
Date SS checks completed: 30 March 2009
Date Ofsted said everything is approved: 26 May 2009
Magical date that Certificate finally arrives: patiently waiting
Date first mindee starts:...

Ofsted phoned, (didn't know they did that), at 1654 hours yesterday to say that everything was approved and they will be sending out my cert soon. Told to expect it within the next week

[Adiamond]

Intro about yourself:I am married with 2 children,1 daughter 14 and 1 son 6]
Date submitted to Ofsted:Early Feb
First Aid Course Completed:January 16th 2009
ICP Course Completedngoing finished approx May 09
ICP Exam Passed:
Pre-Registration Inspection Date:10th March 09
Date any actions cleared:None
Date CRB clearance received:15th May 09
Date SS checks completed:March 09
Date Ofsted said everything is approved:22nd May 09
Magical date that Certificate finally arrives:26th May 09
date first mindee starts :very very soon I hope
x x x

[Beckieboo]

Intro about yourself:Mum of three, twin boys and a little girl
Date submitted to Ofsted:6/03/09
First Aid Course Completed:dec 07
ICP Course Completed:sept 08
ICP Exam Passed:sept 08
Pre-Registration Inspection Date:18/03/09
Date any actions cleared:April 09
Date CRB clearance received:April 09
Date SS checks completed:April09
Date Ofsted said everything is approved:12th June 09
Magical date that Certificate finally arrives:20th June 09
Date first mindee starts:29th June 09

[misst104]

Hiya March ladies!!!

Just wondering how many of you have had a first inspection?? I am dreading the call as I am sure it is coming soon!!! I am jumping every time the phone rings

xxxx jo

[bex8282]

Intro about yourself: Hi name is Becky, Mum of 1
Date submitted to Ofsted: 31st March 09
First Aid Course Completed: April 20th 09
ICP Course Completed:
ICP Exam Passed:
Pre-Registration Inspection Date: may 14th 09
Date any actions cleared: may 25th 09
Date CRB clearance received: 3rd August 09
Date SS checks completed:3rd August 9
Date Ofsted said everything is approved: 4th August 09
Magical date that Certificate finally arrives: 5th August 09
Date first mindee starts: 8th September 09

And have not stopped had Enquiries...... Need to slow down sometime or other case I will be ill......

[Zoomie]

Hiya March ladies!!!

Just wondering how many of you have had a first inspection?? I am dreading the call as I am sure it is coming soon!!! I am jumping every time the phone rings

xxxx jo

I got registered finally at the end of May, and got my first mindees a week after. In the beginning I dreaded Ofsted coming, but in recent weeks (well since I knew I would have to get a variation) I almost wish I could now get it over and done with.

I am by no means anywhere near ready. My DW says I am doing fine (except one thing, which I have recified) and I have just started the dreaded SEF. I think I would really really like to get that out of the way ....

Any other March appliees been expected or done their SEF yet ???

[Jen4Kids]

Hiya, i registered in March 09 and my inspection is going to be on wed 7th october