Are you ready for your inspection?

In today's podcast episode, I'm joined by two special guests, Amanda and Shaunie, both integral members of the St Mary's Under Fives team.

Our focus in this episode centres around Amanda and Shaunie and their experiences regarding the Quality Improvement Audit (QIA) with JigsawEYC. Additionally, we will touch upon the utilisation of talking tins within the setting, exploring how they play a crucial role in supporting children with English as an Additional Language (EAL). 

Within this episode, you will learn about:

- A look into Talking Tins and how they can help children with EAL.
- Their experience with their last Ofsted Inspection.
- How a QIA has helped their setting.

Talking tins, https://www.talkingproducts.com/collections/talking-tins-learning-resources
QIA's, https://www.jigsawearlyyearsconsultancy.com/services/quality-improvement-audits/ JigsawEYC App, https://www.jigsawearlyyearsconsultancy.com/the-jigsaw-membership-app/ 
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This episode is all about settings who get a Requires Improvement grade, as we offer our golden nuggets of information on how you can bounce back, climb the ranks and achieve either a Good or Outstanding. From your curriculum to accident and incident forms, this episode will provide you with all the information you need to start adding IMPACT and show your inspector how great your setting is.

Within this episode, you will learn about:

- The importance of giving yourself 24 hours
- How to improve your quality of education 
- Why we need to ensure our staff receive effective training.

The Early Years Inspection Hub,
https://www.jigsawearlyyearsconsultancy.com/the-early-years-inspection-hub/ 
Devise Your Own Curriculum Training,
https://www.jigsawearlyyearsconsultancy.com/product/devise-your-own-curriculum-impact-training/ 
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Today, I have the pleasure of chatting with the delightful Abbie Swann from Scallywags in Chelmsford. We'll be diving into her recent Ofsted Inspection and exploring how she and her team embraced the process and worked together to ensure they were prepared. Abbie ensured that everything was ready for the inspector, allowing her team to naturally showcase their excellence during the inspection. Within this episode, you will learn about:

- What they did after getting the call.
- How they prepared for their Ofsted Inspection
- What happened on the day of the inspection

The Call Crib Sheet, https://drive.google.com/file/d/15aW5Zuc4s6fcjAI4eXlu5PDDZzupmHoq/view?usp=sharing 
Our JigsawEYC App,
https://www.jigsawearlyyearsconsultancy.com/the-jigsaw-membership-app/ 
For resources to support you on your Early Years journey, visit,
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Today, Vanessa will delve into the world of inspections and trying to sustain an Outstanding Grade in Early Years. This task is far from simple, with over a hundred things to consider when coming up to inspection day.

We are eager to impart our insights and strategies to help you maintain composure and readiness for your inspection. With an emphasis on innovative thinking to ensure that your setting stands out amongst the crowd, and will wow your inspector when they come to visit.

Within this episode, you will learn how to:

- Maintain an Outstanding Grade
- Think Outside The Box So You Are Always One Step Ahead
- Implement Reflective Techniques To Show Your Dedication To Outstanding Practice.

#Just Quality Accreditation, 
www.addingimpact.com  
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Tune in to this episode as we delve into the heart of our Brand-New Early Years Impact Training Hub Membership. We go into depth about the issues with some online training, where all staff do is click and forget, and talk about our new membership and how we have managed to create affordable training that is engaging, inspiring and impactful!

Within this episode, you will learn about:

- The Perils of 'Click and Forget' Training
- The Importance of Training that Inspires and Adds Impact
- Our Brand New 'Early Years Impact Training Hub Membership'

Early Years Impact Training Hub Membership, https://www.jigsawearlyyearsconsultancy.com/early-years-impact-training-hub-membership/ 
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Today I am joined by the lovely Nadia Salim as she talks about her experience as an Operations Director for Fisherfield Childcare and what led to her contacting JigsawEYC for a Quality Improvement Audit (QIA). 

So join us as we talk about what a QIA entails and the impact that it can have on your setting! Within this episode, you will learn about:
 
- Another setting's experience with inspections
- The changes that a QIA can help you to make
- How a QIA can prepare and inspire your team

For more information about Quality Improvement Audits,
https://www.jigsawearlyyearsconsultancy.com/services/quality-improvement-audits/ 
For resources to support you on your Early Years journey, visit,
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For this week I am joined by the wonderful Cathy Agozzino as she picks my brain around the topic of Early Years Apprentices, how we can support them and what apprentices need to be aware of before an inspection.

So join us as we discuss some golden nuggets of information that can help you ensure that apprentices are supported and prepared! Within this episode, you will learn about:
 
- The types of questions an inspector may ask an apprentice.
- How you can help to prepare an apprentice for an inspection.
- The meaning of 'off-the-job training'

For resources to support you on your Early Years journey, visit,
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Today I am joined by the wonderful Rochelle Smith from the University of Bradford, as we discuss their Early Years journey, pre-inspection anxiety and what they did to ensure that everyone was prepared for their inspection

So join us as we discuss their journey and how JigsawEYC has helped them to add impact! Within this episode, you will learn about:
 
- The importance of taking feedback on board.
- How to improve staff confidence.
- What a Quality Improvement Audit could do for you

For more information about Quality Improvement Audits,
https://www.jigsawearlyyearsconsultancy.com/services/quality-improvement-audits/ 
For resources to support you on your Early Years journey, visit,
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Today we have the whole JigsawEYC team together for a welcome-back podcast, where we discuss what everyone has been working towards over 2023 and what they are excited to work on going into 2024, we have lots lined up and want to make 2024 the year of JigsawEYC! So join us today as we discuss...
 
- The launch of the 4th Edition of the 'Are You Ready For Your Inspection" book!
- Our morning 'JigsawEYC Huddle' which motivates us for the day.
- All the things we have learned over 2023.

The 4th edition of the Are You Ready For Your Inspection Book,
https://www.jigsawearlyyearsconsultancy.com/product/aur-4th-edition/ 
For resources to support you on your Early Years journey, visit,
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This is the last podcast of 2023, where has the time gone? Today I am joined by our amazing Operations Manager, Lucy Brewer, as we take a step back and reflect on the year that has passed. It's always important to take the time to reflect and see how things can be done differently. So join us on our reflective journey of 2023. Within this episode, we will discuss:
 
- How JigsawEYC Has Grown Over the Last Year
- Our Method of Organising Job Roles
- The Pros and Cons of 2023

For resources to support you on your Early Years journey, visit,
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With the proposed changes to the statutory framework coming into effect next month, we wanted to take the time to discuss the changes to the Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification and the effects this could have on your business. Within this podcast, you will learn about:

- The changes to Level 3 Qualifications being proposed
- The implications that this could have on your business
- What you need to be aware of

For more information about Jigsaw Early Years Academy,
https://jigsaweyacademy.com 
For resources to support you on your Early Years journey, visit,
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In this episode, we delve into the crucial topic of early years education and the significance of having a well-structured curriculum in your setting. Lorna Wigley, from Childbase, is here to help us as we discuss why the curriculum is important and how it can support children. Within this episode, you will learn about:

- The benefits of having a curriculum that is bespoke to your setting. 
- Why we need to use the 3 I's to support our curriculum. 
- Best practice when supporting children with their learning and development.

For resources to support you on your Early Years journey, visit,
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Today I am joined by the lovely Lorna Wigley from Childbase, this time we are discussing the meaning of the word 'Quality' and how it can impact our roles within Early Years. Within this episode, you will learn about:

- What the word 'Quality' can mean for a setting.
- The importance of the whole team having a voice.
- Why we need to work together to add impact.

QIA's, https://www.jigsawearlyyearsconsultancy.com/services/quality-improvement-audits/ 
For resources to support you on your Early Years journey, visit,
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Today, I am joined by Marlis Juerging-Coles who is one of our amazing associate trainers and even led a workshop at EPOP 2023. Today we are discussing best practices when it comes to supporting children with EAL. Within this episode, you will learn about:

- The best resources to use to support children with EAL.
- How we can encourage communication and language development.
- The importance of pronouncing words correctly.

Talking Products, https://www.talkingproducts.com/collections/talking-photo-albums-recordable-gifts
EPOP 2024, https://www.jigsawearlyyearsconsultancy.com/conferences/exploring-the-power-of-play-2024/
The Social Gift of Language, https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551939291972
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Today, I am joined by Lorna Wigley from Childbase as we discuss the importance of Safeguarding and look at apprenticeships. Remember that we need to follow safeguarding legislation for all children, and those under 19 are still considered children in the eyes of the law! Within this episode, you will learn:

- How to ensure everyone within the setting is safe
- What to be aware of and keep an eye out for.
- When you need to take things further and file a report.

For resources to support you on your Early Years journey, visit,
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Welcome to another episode of "Are You Ready For Your Inspection?" where we unravel the latest advancements in early childhood education. In this episode, we take a deep dive into the Department for Education's official response to the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Framework consultation and the imminent changes that are set to take place in January. Within this episode, you will learn about:

- The upcoming changes in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Framework
- How the revised EYFS framework will impact qualifications for educators and managers
- The changes to the wording for support provided to children with English as an Additional Language (EAL).

Receive 5% off with code Jigsaw5 Talking Products, 
https://www.talkingproducts.com/collections/talking-photo-albums-recordable-gifts
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Early childhood education isn't just about teachers and classrooms; it's about building a collaborative bridge between educators and parents. Having strong relationships with parents can greatly benefit the learning and development of the children, but it is also vital for the success of Early Years settings., Within this episode, you will learn:

- How to establish open communication channels with parents
- How to create a welcoming and inclusive environment
- How to create opportunities for parents to get involved and share their opinions

For resources to support you on your Early Years journey, visit,
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For this episode I will be going through some of the questions that I often get asked about Inspections and trying to quell any concerns that you may have. Information regarding inspections changes all the time, so I am hoping that today's podcast will shed some light on the topic. Within this episode, you will learn:

- What Inspectors are looking for
- How to handle negative feedback
- How often you will be inspected

The Early Years Inspection Hub, https://www.jigsawearlyyearsconsultancy.com/the-early-years-inspection-hub/ 
For resources to support you on your Early Years journey, visit,
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Safeguarding is one of the most important aspects of our role in Early Years this is more than just complying with current legislation and guidelines It also includes making sure that the children are in an environment where they feel safe and secure. It is all about protection as a whole with the children at the forefront of this. Within this episode, you will learn about:

- The definition of Safeguarding
- The importance of a child-centred approach
- Why we need to have robust policies that are bespoke to our setting.

For resources to support you on your Early Years journey, visit,
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This week I wanted to talk about something that is very important and that is the main purpose of training in our sector and how it will impact the lives of the children within our care. It is vital that we are always trying to upskill our knowledge so that we can help nurture young minds and give them the best start that we can! Within this episode, you will learn about:

- The main purpose of training in Early Years
- The benefits of having highly skilled and well-trained staff
- The impact that training can have on the children within your setting

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