Hi all! My name is Carla McLoughlin -the nursery owner youve all been talking about! thought i'd send a post -not to defend or justify myself-but just to clarify a few specifics for you all
I opened Dolli Dimples as my passion has always been children. I have two myself-age 6 and 2.
The OFSTED report was disapointing and i hold my hands up to some of the points raised (which have now been actioned). Both myself, and the staff team are very unhappy with many of the points raised. What the Observer failed to mention was that the report has been challenged by myself (formally) and is currently being investigated. Also not mentioned is the fact that after a staff embers employment was terminated (as a result of the OFSTED inspection), we have had numerous OFSTED 'spot checks,' following complaints made to them- all passed accordingly.
Of course ratios are always met and adhered to, and under no circumstances are children left in 'soiled underpants.'- i'm a mother for goodness sake!
Over two thirds of my staff are qualified and experienced (above the legal 50% requirement). i hold a level four qualification in childcare and am currently studying for my degree at uni.
The inspector fails to mention many positives that were commented on during the inspection, but i have to be professional and liase with OFSTED appropriately and by adhering to the correct procedures.
We are a brand new nursery-only open ten months! We haven't been established long at all and dont claim to be perfect. What we are is unique, safe, secure and happy!!!
If parents dont want to send their child to Dolli Dimples, then thats thier perogative- there are many other nurseries in the area.
The child with an additional language is referred to as such because this is the terminology used by OFSTED.
Just for the record-we have a beautiful, covered outdoor area with built in sand pit and mark making boards. We play out every single day, in all weathers-and the children love it
Also, ive not been on this web site before until today. I am not a profit related business as yet- i currently take no wage for the long hours i work (though like everyone, i do have bills and a mortgage to pay). its my first year of business, so i dont expect to-as with any new business. Any extra money made goes straight into the nursery-for example, trips to Little Treasures.
I just want to thank my fantastic supportive family, and the loyal staff team for their recent support. Plus, the loyal parents and friends-you know who you are
Think ive covered everything. Any other questions????
oh, and just in case youv'e been following-the trial for my case against Peel Park is next month too-something else for you all to comment on
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