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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!

Keeping little children safe

by Gill Jones, Ofsted Early Education Deputy Director. on February 20, 2018

An important part of having the confidence to learn is that young children must be and feel safe. Of course, a young child’s sense of risk is very different from an adult’s. So that means early years leaders have to do all they can to support child…

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.

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.

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…

Early Years Teacher Status (2014) – what are the implications of the u…

by Kathy Brodie on July 18, 2014

Since the Early Years Professional Status was established in 2007 it has undergone a number of transformations. Some of them have been quite minor, such as the number of tasks you have to perform all whether you could have witness statements or not,…

Are You Ready for Your Joint Observation? Observing Practice under the…

by Ruksana Mohammed on September 3, 2013

Joint observations have now become a must under OfSTED’s early years inspection framework. Inspectors have found that evidence gained through the joint observations with senior staff is proving to be extremely valuable and has provided them with an …

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…

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…

Early Years Report of Her Majesty's Chief Inspector

by The Foundation Stage Forum on August 19, 2015

Ofsted published their first report on the early years sector in April 2014. This year’s report, published in July 2015, includes some very interesting statistics and discusses issues highly relevant to all providers. If you don’t have time to read t…

The Route to EYPS

by Helen Edwards on December 16, 2010

A candidate describes the process to EYPS via the validation route.

The Route to EYPS

by Helen Edwards on December 16, 2010

Part 2: The group task and interview.

The Route to EYPS

by Helen Edwards on December 16, 2010

Part 3: The Gateway Review

The Route to EYPS

by Helen Edwards on December 16, 2010

Part 4: The written tasks

The Route to EYPS

by Helen Edwards on December 16, 2010

Part 5: The setting visit

Managing your People Risks

by Karen Harrison on December 16, 2010

Running or owning a business involves taking responsibility for the staff who work for you - this article describes ways to mitigate the risks associated with this.

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