Get Inspection Ready - For Early Years Nurseries and Preschools to Finally Feel Confident for Ofsted! – Détails, épisodes et analyse

Have you ever wondered how British values like democracy and mutual respect can be naturally woven into your daily teaching practices, without relying on outdated clichés?

In today’s episode, we tackle the challenge many educators face: integrating British values into everyday activities in a meaningful way that satisfies inspection requirements and enriches children's experiences.

Within this episode, you will...

• Discover simple, engaging activities to teach children about democracy and other British values.
• Learn how to integrate British values into your everyday curriculum naturally.
• Gain confidence in showcasing these practices during inspections.

Tune in now to master the art of seamlessly embedding British values into your daily routine!

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Are you struggling to balance leadership and management in your early years setting?

This podcast episode addresses the challenge many leaders face in the early years sector: focusing more on their staff's development than their own, and how this imbalance can hinder both personal and team growth.

1. Learn how to transition from merely surviving as a manager to thriving as a visionary leader.
2. Discover the power of positivity and how a positive mindset can transform your team's dynamic.
3. Gain practical tips on how to reconnect with your passion and inspire your team to achieve their best.

Tune in now to uncover strategies that will elevate your leadership skills and invigorate your team!

To get in touch with Laura, go to, https://www.hqearlyyears.com/leadership-coach 

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Are you curious about the potential changes to Ofsted's inspection cycle and how they could affect your early years setting?

In this episode, we tackle the hot topic of Ofsted's possible shift to a shorter inspection cycle and discuss how this could reduce stress and improve the quality of care and education in early years settings.

Within this episode, you will...

1. Discover why a shorter inspection cycle could lead to less stress and more consistent high standards in your setting.
2. Learn how frequent inspections can provide invaluable regular feedback, aiding your professional development.
3. Understand the benefits of integrating inspections into your routine, making them less daunting and more manageable.

Tune in now to find out how a shorter inspection cycle could transform your early years setting for the better!

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This week, I want to discuss the importance of working with parents. Parents can have a huge impact on a setting and we must make a good first impression so that we can work together to help support the children. In this episode, you will learn about:

- How to make an excellent first impression with parents.
- How to work with parents to support the needs of the child.
- How to ensure parents are involved and informed of changes to the setting.

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Today I wanted to talk about working with children under 2, primarily babies. It's something I feel isn't talked about enough, but we need to consider what we are doing to support them. How are we encouraging them to make the first steps toward their learning? Are all staff aware of how to support their needs?

- What training staff need to work with babies.
- How to support the needs of the baby.
- How to ensure that our interactions are meaningful.

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Today I am joined by the lovely members of my Mastermind group as we discuss how we felt before, during and after an inspection. Along with some top tips to help you prepare and reflect on your inspections. In this episode you will learn about:

- Different Manager's experiences with Ofsted.
- How to stay calm and wow your inspector.
- Tops tips for getting ready for your inspection.

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Today Vanessa is joined by the amazing Charlie Edwards as they talk about their favourite reflective tool, the "What, So What, What Now?" and how this tool can help you to take your setting that extra step further. In this episode you will learn about:

- How to effectively reflect on practice.
- The importance of reflection.
- What you can do to take your business one step further.

For resources to support you on your Early Years journey, visit,
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Today, I am joined by the lovely Hannah as we talk about 'all about me' forms and why they are vital in supporting children with their own individual needs. In this episode, you will learn about:

- How to utilise 'all about me' forms to the fullest.
- Why they are so important for meeting the needs of the child.
- How we can use these forms to go that extra step.

For resources to support you on your Early Years journey, visit,
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Recently, we have seen that so many staff members are missing out on pieces of vital information when it comes to safeguarding. So for this episode, I thought it would be important to go over what it is that should be covered in Safeguarding training. So today, you will learn about:

- What we need to know for Safeguarding.
- The differences between the types of training.
- What it is that you need to do to be prepared!

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This episode will focus on joint observations and what the inspector will expect from you. This is a crucial part of an inspection so it is important to be prepared! In this episode, you will learn:

- What a joint observation is.
- Why the joint observation is important.
- How to 'wow' your inspector during your joint observation.

For resources to support you on your Early Years journey, visit,
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