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100 Ofsted reports - Part 1: vision, reflection, evaluation and drive …

by Helen Edwards on October 22, 2019

Having studied 100 Ofsted reports under the new inspection framework, a number of key points are emerging. Our series of 5 articles cover what you need to know.

100 Ofsted reports - Part 3: professional development and staff well-b…

by Helen Edwards on October 29, 2019

100 Ofsted reports studied, and we can clearly see that high on the inspection agenda is supporting professional development and making sure your staff's well-being is a priority.

100 Ofsted reports- Part 5: partnerships with parents

by Helen Edwards on November 5, 2019

Partnerships with parents remains high on the agenda for inspections.

100 Ofsted reports- Part 2: curriculum, assessment and progress tracki…

by Helen Edwards on October 22, 2019

A well-planned EYFS curriculum, with stimulating content increasing in complexity and challenge, is required. What does this mean for the inspection day?

100 Ofsted reports - Part 4: behaviour, attitudes and personal develop…

by Helen Edwards on October 29, 2019

Behaviour and attitudes are given their own judgement in the new inspection framework, showing an increased focus on this aspect of early years provision.

One year on: a Q&A with Sue Egersdorff and Liz Ludden from Belong Inte…

by Caroline Vollans on October 16, 2023

Caroline Vollan's reconnects with Sue Egersdorff and Liz Ludden, a year after writing about their intergenerational nursery in the Northwest.

Taking Charge?

by Anni McTavish on March 29, 2019

Taking on a new leadership role can be both an exciting and daunting prospect. As well as the extra responsibility of, for example, working more closely with parents or tracking children’s progress, relationships with colleagues can also change. Fi…

Visiting Settings and Schools: A Fresh Pair of Eyes!

by Elizabeth Jarman on July 5, 2018

We need to challenge historical thinking about learning environments based on new understanding of brain development, language acquisition, physical development and attachment theory. We need fresh eyes!

Peer Observation

by Helen Edwards on December 15, 2010

Peer observation can be such a useful tool in developing the skills of all members of staff, and if introduced correctly, can be instrumental in building a supportive practitioner learning community, striving to improve provision.

Have I Got The Power to Make a Difference ?

by June O'Sullivan MBE on January 5, 2017

No one can make you feel inferior without your consent. You must do the things you think you cannot do. The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams. Eleanor Roosevelt 1884 -1962

Ofsted complaints procedure

by FSF Rebecca on April 10, 2017

Recently I participated in a Step 3 complaints panel at Ofsted HQ. I had applied for the position a couple of months previously and had to show my credentials as an early years specialist before I was accepted as suitable. It is a voluntary role, how…

SSTEW Scale (Sustained Shared Thinking and Emotional Well-being) - in …

by Vicki Smith on March 3, 2017

At this year’s NDNA conference Denise Kingston, co-writer of the SSTEW scale, led a session to explain the scale, how it can be used and how it can positively impact on practice. The scale can be used to assess the quality of interactions between ad…

A Guide for EYP Work-based Mentors

by on April 19, 2013

Ruksana Mohammed outlines an effective framework of support to EYPS candidates through the work-based mentor. Her suggestions, however, would be of great use to anyone supporting students on a variety of courses, for example Foundation Degrees, and t…

Recent Ofsted Reports: What Have Inspectors Focused On? (Part 3)

by Helen Edwards on December 15, 2010

In our third of four articles looking at recent Ofsted reports, we outline those issues that have appeared frequently over the last three months. Here we examine the recommendations and descriptions of good practice within the EYFS theme of Enabling…

Being an EYP Change Agent

by on January 21, 2013

Ruksana Mohammed, EYPS programme leader and lecturer in Early Childhood Studies at the University of East London, outlines the qualities and methods of a successful agent for change. EYPs are entrusted to identify what change is valuable, worthwhile …

The New Ofsted Inspection Framework

by Helen Edwards on September 25, 2012

Summarising the revised inspection framework documents, we include reflective questions and some useful proformas for you to use in evaluating your provision in the light of the new framework.

New Professionals, New Leaders?

by Carol Aubrey on February 2, 2011

Carol Aubrey, Professor at the Institute of Education, University of Warwick, describes the outcomes of a project with early years leaders, including a discussion on the various styles of leadership they exhibit and suggestions on how best to support…

Good Intentions

by Sue Griffin on January 21, 2011

Inclusion, equality, diversity - these words are scattered over official documents including the EYFS, and we all think they are ‘A Good Thing'. But how do these principles get turned into what actually happens in settings? Sue Griffin discusses the …

Recent Ofsted reports: What have inspectors focused on? (Part 1)

by Helen Edwards on December 16, 2010

Having studied over 100 Ofsted reports from the last three months, we can see certain recurrent themes. In a series of four articles we outline those issues that have appeared frequently and our first article looks at recommendations and description…

Recent Ofsted Reports: What Have Inspectors Focused On? (Part 2)

by Helen Edwards on December 16, 2010

In our second of four articles looking at recent Ofsted reports, we outline those issues that have appeared frequently over the last three months. Here we examine the recommendations and descriptions of good practice within the EYFS theme of Positiv…