In this episode, I wanted to take the time to tell you all about our amazing Quality Improvement Audits (QIA) and why we don't call them Mock Inspections. We started doing QIA's to help settings understand how they can improve and ensure they are aware of what they need to do to prepare for their big day! Within this episode, you will learn about: - Why we do Quality Improvement Audits - How they differ from a Mock Inspection - How a Quality Improvement Audit can benefit you JigsawEYC App: https://www.jigsawearlyyearsconsultancy.com/the-jigsaw-membership-app/ Education Inspection Framework: https://www.jigsawearlyyearsconsultancy.com/product/education-inspection-framework/ Quality Improvement Audit Enquiry: https://www.jigsawearlyyearsconsultancy.com/services/quality-improvement-audits/ For resources to support you on your Early Years journey, visit, www.jigsawearlyyearsconsultancy.com Follow us on Facebook, @JigsawEYC Follow us on Instagram @jigsaw.earlyyears Follow us on Tiktok @JigsawEYC

Welcome to the final part of The World of Early Years Qualifications with the fantastic Sophie Hayter! This week we are switching our focus to oversea qualifications and how to tell if they are full and relevant in the UK. Within this episode, you will learn about:

- Ecctis and their role in oversea qualifications - The importance of functional skills - How to get an oversea qualification to be full and relevant in the UK Early Years & Teaching Assistants Training & Qualifications (UK) Facebook Page, https://www.facebook.com/groups/251585775720457/?hoisted_section_header_type=recently_seen&multi_permalinks=1194383388107353 Qualification Checker, https://www.gov.uk/guidance/early-years-qualifications-finder Ecctis, http://ecctis.com/ For resources to support you on your Early Years journey, visit, www.jigsawearlyyearsconsultancy.com Follow us on Facebook, @JigsawEYC Follow us on Instagram @jigsaw.earlyyearsFollow us on Tiktok @JigsawEYC

Welcome to part 2 of The World of Early Years Qualifications with Sophie Hayter! This time we focus on a different aspect of qualifications with a focus on Degree level qualifications. Within this episode, you will learn all about:

- The two types of Early Years Degrees - How to tell if the Degree is full and relevant - What to look out for when applying to do a Degree in Early Years Early Years & Teaching Assistants Training & Qualifications (UK) Facebook Page, https://www.facebook.com/groups/251585775720457/?hoisted_section_header_type=recently_seen&multi_permalinks=1194383388107353 Qualification Checker, https://www.gov.uk/guidance/early-years-qualifications-finder For resources to support you on your Early Years journey, visit, www.jigsawearlyyearsconsultancy.com Follow us on Facebook, @JigsawEYC Follow us on Instagram @jigsaw.earlyyears Follow us on Tiktok @JigsawEYC

Today I have another special guest! The fantastic Sophie Hayter as she tells us all about the world of Early Years qualifications and how to tell if a qualification is right for both you and the business you work for. In this episode, you will learn about:

- What a good training provider looks like - How to tell if a qualification will be full and relevant - How to navigate the world of qualifications Early Years & Teaching Assistants Training & Qualifications (UK) Facebook Page, https://www.facebook.com/groups/251585775720457/?hoisted_section_header_type=recently_seen&multi_permalinks=1194383388107353 Qualification Checker, https://www.gov.uk/guidance/early-years-qualifications-finder For resources to support you on your Early Years journey, visit, www.jigsawearlyyearsconsultancy.com Follow us on Facebook, @JigsawEYC Follow us on Instagram @jigsaw.earlyyears Follow us on Tiktok @JigsawEYC

Are you dreading your next Ofsted inspection and wondering how to turn it into a positive experience?

In this episode, we delve into the real-life story of Jenny from Wells House Kindergarten, who transformed a potentially stressful Ofsted visit into a surprisingly positive experience. If you’ve ever felt the pressure of an upcoming inspection, this episode is packed with insights that could help change your mindset and approach. Within this episode, you will...

1. Learn how to stay calm and confident during an Ofsted inspection, even when it’s unannounced.
2. Discover practical tips for preparing your team and setting the right environment for the inspection.
3. Gain insights from Jenny's experience in effectively communicating and collaborating with inspectors.

Don’t miss out on these invaluable strategies—tune in now to discover how to make your next Ofsted inspection a successful and positive experience!

Show notes: Education Inspection Framework: https://www.jigsawearlyyearsconsultancy.com/product/education-inspection-framework/ For resources to support you on your Early Years journey, visit, www.jigsawearlyyearsconsultancy.com Follow us on Facebook, @JigsawEYC Follow us on Instagram @jigsaw.earlyyears Follow us on Tiktok @JigsawEYC

Today I am back with Stephen from Blackmoor Park as we continue with what we talked about last week and this time focus on their most recent inspection, how their experience with the inspector went and how they felt it went. In this episode, you will learn about: - Blackmoor's experience with their recent inspection. - How to own your setting so you can wow your inspector. - Their tips and tricks on what you can do to prepare for the day. For resources to support you on your Early Years journey, visit, www.jigsawearlyyearsconsultancy.com Follow us on Facebook, @JigsawEYC Follow us on Instagram @jigsaw.earlyyears Follow us on Tiktok @JigsawEYC

Today I am joined by the lovely Stephen Ross as we discuss his recent experiences with an inspection and talk about his setting as a whole, the journey they have been on and what they have done to prepare for their big day. Within this episode, you will learn about: - The history of Blackmoor Park Day Nursery - How they managed to bounce back - What they did to improve their practice For resources to support you on your Early Years journey, visit, www.jigsawearlyyearsconsultancy.com Follow us on Facebook, @JigsawEYC Follow us on Instagram @jigsaw.earlyyears Follow us on Tiktok @JigsawEYC

Today I want to revisit the learning walk as it is a key part of an inspection and it is the time for your setting to shine and show your inspector what sets you apart from the rest and makes you a great setting! Within this episode, you will learn about: - Why you should encourage your Room Leaders to talk about their room and intention. - How to Shine in your Learning Walk  - What to do to prepare for your Learning Walk For resources to support you on your Early Years journey, visit, www.jigsawearlyyearsconsultancy.com Follow us on Facebook, @JigsawEYC Follow us on Instagram @jigsaw.earlyyears Follow us on Tiktok @JigsawEYC

Are you confident that your safer sleep practices meet the highest standards—and that your team knows exactly what to do?

In Early Years settings, ensuring babies and toddlers sleep safely isn’t just best practice—it’s essential for their well-being and your peace of mind. This episode tackles developing and maintaining a comprehensive safer sleep policy to protect the children in your care and safeguard your setting.

• Discover practical guidance for writing an effective safer sleep policy aligned with the latest recommendations.
• Learn key practices to reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) with insights from The Lullaby Trust.
• Gain clarity on how to train your staff and reassure parents about your setting’s commitment to safety.

Hit play now to ensure that your safer sleep practices are watertight—the safety of the children you care for can’t wait! Lullaby Trust, https://www.lullabytrust.org.uk/ Follow us on Tiktok, https://www.tiktok.com/@jigsaweyc For resources to support you on your Early Years journey, visit, www.jigsawearlyyearsconsultancy.com Follow us on Facebook, @JigsawEYC Follow us on Instagram @jigsaw.earlyyears 

Emotional Literacy is a hot topic in Early Years at the moment, and it is a term that I hear being thrown around a lot. So I want to ensure that everyone knows what it is, how we can support it and its IMPACT. Within this episode, you will learn about: - What Emotional Literacy is - How we can support this - The benefits of supporting children with their Emotional Literacy. For resources to support you on your Early Years journey, visit, www.jigsawearlyyearsconsultancy.com Follow us on Facebook, @JigsawEYC Follow us on Instagram @jigsaw.earlyyears Follow us on Tiktok @JigsawEYC