What are the main things ofsted look for when inspecting a pre-school?

Question

i have just taken over as chairperson of a playgroup, and on monday ofsted turned up! They didnt talk with me much but tomorrow, she wishes to speak with me, and then interview me to see if i am suitable to be chairperson. Shall i run away?!!

Answer 1

no but explain (if it is bad news) that you recently inherited the playgroup and all its previous problems, and that you are willing to work with OFSTED to make it a happy and sound environment for the children.

Answer 2

How nursery education providers are inspected

We inspect nursery education providers at least once every three years. A childcare inspector will arrange a visit where they will look at the progress children make along the stepping stones towards the early learning goals, as set out in the Curriculum guidance for the foundation stage. These visits are normally conducted without any notice.

Answer 3

They will go through the day care standards with you to make sure you are complying with them.