CM CLUB - OFSTED want to see me, they wouldn't tell me why on the phone - anyone had this before???

Hi, I have been following this thread and I just wanted to make the following point-I recall Looney that you said the ofsted inspector mentioned when you spoke to her about her visit was that she would talk to you about what the issue was when she saw you. This, was of course after you asked if something was wrong.

This part (together with how upset you must be feeling right now) has really got my back up. I think ofsted need to seriously rethink the way they manage these issues. CMers are in such a vunerable position as it is, working alone caring for the most important people in the world for their parents.

You sound like a great CMer by what many have had to say about you and I am heart sorry you are going through this.

Most in the know would correctly sense that something was wrong if ofsted suddenly decide they need to come and see you, particularly as you have been inspected recently. They know that too. They should have shed some light rather than subject you to what must have been a nightmare week for you.

This, I doubt wouldn't happen if you were an employee of a company and a complaint had been made against you. You're a person trying to run a business and clearly work very hard to achieve this.

I am very for you about the way this has been dealt with.

I really hope you manage to resolve this.

i anm shocked 2 keep your spirits up we r all thinking off u xxx.

Hi looney, only just seen this, I'm [shocked] and for you. You can rise above this. You know you're a good minder, just remember what all your mindees think of you.

Best wishes HP

LT, there for the grace of God go all childminders. Anyone of us could find ourselves in the same position. We are so vulnerable working on our own.

I have a real screamer ( had her for a year, sister for 6) at the moment, the parents know she is like it as she is the same at home, all the time. She is happy to be left with me, and loves coming, but I worry that one of my neighbours will report me as she screams constantly in the garden if I am more than 10 feet away from her - my garden is 200ft long and 100 ft wide, see my problem!

I have helped several people through allegations, and they have all been unfounded. One of the families who reported a colleague had the cheek to ask her to have the child back after the investigations, when the childminder had lost £3000 in income!! It will take a toll on you and your family in many ways.

All I can offer is support, best wishes and that we are all here for you. Take care.

too right underpaidand overworked for LT

do you think it could be one of your parents that has said this or a neighbour??

or the MIL

Get all of your parents to write letters of support and send them to Ofsted. Get other cms you know to do the same. Bombard them with support for you - as you rightly deserve.

I never understand why those that complain have the right to be 'protected' but those who are on the receiving end don't . Load of crap .

LT - what are Ofsteds recommendations going forward? I do think it's grossly unfair you can't find out who "reported" you..

Katisha Ofsted cant say who called to protect them

That is really awful and i'm disgusted that someone has done this to you. I don't know you but as a cm I want to offer you my support,doesn't mean much I know but we should do something about the way complaints are dealt with, we should be told who made the complaint when it is found to be rubbish and lies we need to be able to answer to this sort off thing. Mud sticks, and people will always wonder and thats wrong.I hope it is all over soon and the parents are supporting you, is it worth asking the parents to come or a meeting with you without the children to see if you can get to the bottom of this. Be brave, stand up to them,we are here to support you. xxx

i get really that if we have had an allgetion made against us that we dont know who made the phone call

could be a parent wanting to get back for a notice we have given or a bad payer

feel for you hope tour ok x

How is it that if someone is making this sort of complaint about you you can't know who it is?

Can you ask at Citizen's Advice whether you have any comeback? I wouldnt trust ofsted to know their arse from their elbow frankly.

Looney - just seen this, how awful for you.

Just look back at all the lovely letters of recommendation you have! Think about how much the kids and parents love you!! And believe me, I spend more than enough time with you, seeing the day-to-day to know that it is all total rubbish. YOur mindees are so happy with you, you always put their needs first and do everything you possibly can to ensure they have a varied, fun and stimulating time! You are a fantastic CM and I would not hesitate to leave DD with you!

Don't let them get you down, hold your head up high as everyone that matters knows the truth!
xx

There are some wicked, wicked people out there unfortunately, who don't think about the consequences of their words or actions, but you will get through this.

A friend of mine was reported for 'not picking a child up quick enough when it cried' and went through the whole process, as you are now. It almost destroyed her, but she vowed not to be beaten - everyone rallied round her and we got her through it. Your friends, family and fellow MNetters will get you through this too. Shout out loud when you need us

Yes love, you could sue for slander, because whoever is doing this is maliciously disparaging you in your trade, office or profession.

However, since there's no legal aid for libel/slander, in practice it rarely happens.

Don't forget you have the support of your other parents. I feel so sorry for you, but the truth will out x

LT

Is there anything anyone can do? What will happen now?

Looney - Have just got home and read this I am . I am stretching my arms out to you and giving you a massive hug please make sure you have lots of rest this weekend. xxx

We're all here for you. You're bigger and better than the person who is making the crap up. Don't know what to say........can only imagine how you feel.

You know you are a brill cm - and your parents and children love you, that's what matters.

I don't know you personally, but feel free to CAT me if you want to sound off. Thinkin of you hun xx

LT - so sorry to hear this. Please ask for support in RL if not on here. I have had 2 complaints, and found the support that my friends and family gave me a great support.

We are here if you need us.

LT so sory to read about this I just can't believe that some people can be so nasty as to make up stuff up to get others in to trouble.

Oh sweetie! Can't believe it! Hope you're OK!

Ah so sorry - havent posted on here before but have been following this. Keep your chin up - this will get sorted out and all will be ok x

LT - I am very sorry to hear this, but hopefully you were able to get your side of it to the Ofsted person and it was recognised as something dodgy someone is trying to do to you.

I am thinking of you, and I think you are right to not give too many details x