SazzJ Posted January 30, 2012 Posted January 30, 2012 I am due to start my maternity in around 12 weeks time and I am very happy that I have a fantastic staff member taking over my role as currently was dreading it if my deputy had too. However she has only been in the setting 3 months but has already done a lot more than my deputy has done in 2 years. She's very confident with the EYFS etc My plan is to put an operational file together as Ofsted is due in September and i'll still be on maternity. The idea behind this is that Ofsted can see the progress we have made over the last few years and it will be easier than her having to explain it all. I have the list from the resources area as well as my own ideas too. Does anyone else still have an operational file or do you suggest I use something else? Quote
sunnyday Posted January 30, 2012 Posted January 30, 2012 I put together a 'SEF Folder'.......this was a suggestion from my SIP.......it is really much the same thing....just 'backs up'/provides evidence for what I have written in my SEF....... HTH Oh and congrats on the forthcoming 'happy event'! Quote
Fredbear Posted January 30, 2012 Posted January 30, 2012 Hi have you completed a Sef?, this should help with Ofsted, also bear in mind that the new EYFS is due to be implemented in September too, so not sure what the new Ofsted inspections will look like either. Quote
SazzJ Posted January 30, 2012 Author Posted January 30, 2012 Ohh the lovely SEF!!!! Ha ha where do I start with this debate lol The just of it - committee won't let me do it!!!! lol However I am sure together me and her could write it in 12 weeks lol Quote
Deb Posted January 30, 2012 Posted January 30, 2012 Yes we have an operational plan, it's somewhere to keep original copies of things for photocopying if nothing else. You could easily call it a SEF folder too. Quote
louby loo Posted January 30, 2012 Posted January 30, 2012 Well we've always had an OP - like Deb it was somewhere everything was kept. HUGH folder. Then during the summer I made a simple 4 page chart using the four principle into practice headings. Under each area (so 16 in total) I wrote how we covered it (very basic -3-4 word statements) I then put where the evidence could be found.......... again 1-2 word statements. When Ofsted came last Sept she loved it! Everything on 4 A4 sheets with clear directions on where to find the evidence. I'm still plucking up the courage to remove the original OP - but with space at a premium, and always having more things to display/keep (ENCO folders etc) it going to go soon!!!!!..........maybe even tomorrow now I've been reminded about it. xx Quote
SazzJ Posted January 30, 2012 Author Posted January 30, 2012 Well we've always had an OP - like Deb it was somewhere everything was kept. HUGH folder.Then during the summer I made a simple 4 page chart using the four principle into practice headings. Under each area (so 16 in total) I wrote how we covered it (very basic -3-4 word statements) I then put where the evidence could be found.......... again 1-2 word statements. When Ofsted came last Sept she loved it! Everything on 4 A4 sheets with clear directions on where to find the evidence. I'm still plucking up the courage to remove the original OP - but with space at a premium, and always having more things to display/keep (ENCO folders etc) it going to go soon!!!!!..........maybe even tomorrow now I've been reminded about it. xx I actually have this already as I did something similar last year - now to find it amongst my ever many files lol Quote
SazzJ Posted January 30, 2012 Author Posted January 30, 2012 Well we've always had an OP - like Deb it was somewhere everything was kept. HUGH folder.Then during the summer I made a simple 4 page chart using the four principle into practice headings. Under each area (so 16 in total) I wrote how we covered it (very basic -3-4 word statements) I then put where the evidence could be found.......... again 1-2 word statements. When Ofsted came last Sept she loved it! Everything on 4 A4 sheets with clear directions on where to find the evidence. I'm still plucking up the courage to remove the original OP - but with space at a premium, and always having more things to display/keep (ENCO folders etc) it going to go soon!!!!!..........maybe even tomorrow now I've been reminded about it. xx I think I've lost it here is hoping I still have a copy in the file though I have a feeling I took it out to update Quote
SazzJ Posted January 30, 2012 Author Posted January 30, 2012 Woohooo Found it!!!! Lol Suddenly had a brain wave on the poss title of it lol Quote
Pimms o'clock? Posted January 31, 2012 Posted January 31, 2012 Well we've always had an OP - like Deb it was somewhere everything was kept. HUGH folder.Then during the summer I made a simple 4 page chart using the four principle into practice headings. Under each area (so 16 in total) I wrote how we covered it (very basic -3-4 word statements) I then put where the evidence could be found.......... again 1-2 word statements. When Ofsted came last Sept she loved it! Everything on 4 A4 sheets with clear directions on where to find the evidence. I'm was wondering, and being very cheeky too, if you could let me have a glimse of one of these four sheets please just to get the gist of what you mean as I am having trouble trying to visualise what would be on it. Thank you, I do have sever brain ache just now. Quote
SazzJ Posted January 31, 2012 Author Posted January 31, 2012 I'm was wondering, and being very cheeky too, if you could let me have a glimse of one of these four sheets please just to get the gist of what you mean as I am having trouble trying to visualise what would be on it. Thank you, I do have sever brain ache just now. Was just going to say I'll upload it from my work laptop however as luck would have it I still have it on mine The intial idea was not mine however I have ammended it to work for us. I am however in the middle of reviewing mine and going to add to it. Learning_overview___review.docx 1 Quote
sunnyday Posted January 31, 2012 Posted January 31, 2012 Was just going to say I'll upload it from my work laptop however as luck would have it I still have it on mine The intial idea was not mine however I have ammended it to work for us. I am however in the middle of reviewing mine and going to add to it. Oh I can't open - would love to have a look Could anyone 'convert' it for me - please, pretty please Quote
SazzJ Posted January 31, 2012 Author Posted January 31, 2012 If it doesn't work let me know and I'll save it as a PDF Learning_overview___word_97_to_03.doc Quote
Panders Posted January 31, 2012 Posted January 31, 2012 youre a star Sazz, thank you for that. I did something very similar a long time ago, have to see if i can dig it out for an up date Quote
sunnyday Posted January 31, 2012 Posted January 31, 2012 If it doesn't work let me know and I'll save it as a PDF Thank you very much! Quote
SazzJ Posted January 31, 2012 Author Posted January 31, 2012 No probs I have gained a lot from this forum and so happy to give something back Quote
louby loo Posted January 31, 2012 Posted January 31, 2012 I shall try and upload our one later - slightly different from sazzj's but sort of the same thing!!! ..............and I did it today!! got rid of the old massive OP - I am so proud of myself! Now,.... just need to try and find were I filed the document on the computer.. :wacko: Quote
SazzJ Posted January 31, 2012 Author Posted January 31, 2012 I shall try and upload our one later - slightly different from sazzj's but sort of the same thing!!! ..............and I did it today!! got rid of the old massive OP - I am so proud of myself! Now,.... just need to try and find were I filed the document on the computer.. :wacko: Wooohooo mine got shredded too lol as I have a master file anyway lol Quote
louby loo Posted January 31, 2012 Posted January 31, 2012 I have just uploaded one (as all four saved separately!) OP__UNIQUE_CHILD_2011.doc Quote
Deb Posted January 31, 2012 Posted January 31, 2012 Thanks for sharing the overview, very useful. Quote
louby loo Posted January 31, 2012 Posted January 31, 2012 Suddenly had a brain wave on the poss title of it lol Now that is my problem!..... I think of what I think is an 'obvious' title- but two months down the line can never remember what I could possibly have called it........ When I 'save' things I have such a clear plan of filing...... Quote
Pimms o'clock? Posted February 1, 2012 Posted February 1, 2012 (edited) Thank you both for sharing such a wonderful time saving idea. No more OP folders for me then might have to use it as a door stop! Edited February 1, 2012 by Pimms o'clock? Quote
SazzJ Posted February 1, 2012 Author Posted February 1, 2012 I have just uploaded one (as all four saved separately!) I think I'll use this format for the file as I can say where things are easier and use mine for parents board and to have inside the room as a reminder. Thank you for sharing Quote
louby loo Posted February 1, 2012 Posted February 1, 2012 I think I'll use this format for the file as I can say where things are easier and use mine for parents board and to have inside the room as a reminder. Thank you for sharing That is exactly what we do Quote
klc106 Posted February 1, 2012 Posted February 1, 2012 Sorry to sound stupid but what's an Enco Policy or folder? Quote
thumperrabbit Posted February 1, 2012 Posted February 1, 2012 Sorry to sound stupid but what's an Enco Policy or folder? Enco = Equalities Named Co-ordinator, well I think it is! Quote
Guest Posted February 1, 2012 Posted February 1, 2012 Enco = Equalities Named Co-ordinator, well I think it is! Equalites needs co ordinator - ie promoting inclusivity, as well as ensuring any multicultural and gender issues are understood by all staff Quote
Guest Posted February 2, 2012 Posted February 2, 2012 sorry to jump in but i too have to start an operational plan and have been told that i need to have every form (as a master) in there with an index so if OFSTED were to come in, we can hand them the file and they can have a look through. BUT... Are some or you now actually gettin rid of your operational plans? and putting something into place? sorry to sound dump, but if i dont ask, i wont know? lol Thanks Quote
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