When to expect the inspector?

[karalh]

Having read comments about inspections being overdue, how often should we be inspected? I registered in April 05 and had an inspection 6 months later. When should the next one be? I have a vague memory every 2 years being mentioned, but I noticed Dee said she hadn't been inspected for 4 years, does it vary around the country?
It would be comforting to have a rough idea of timings!

Kara

[janet]

i was registered in 2000 had an inspection in 2002 and took 2 years off with my pregnancy and my new baby in 2004 not had an inspection since also i have moved home and told ofsted. but still not had an inspection, every week i think it must be this week, but still waiting

[banana]

I have been told that you are supposed to be inspected once every 3 years. Although sometimes it is not always the case but I think on the most part it seems to be within that sort of timescale


x

[deeb66]

It differs slightly from area to area but legislation does state that the longest gap between inspections should be no longer than 3 years.

How often they inspect in that time depends upon what grade you were given last inspection - they tend to inspect new minders more frequently also minders with complaints or problems.

When these guidelines were first brought out Surrey stated it was aiming to be back within 2 - 2 1/2 years but I am fast approaching 4 years and still waiting!!

Dee

[angeldelight]

Yes the advice that you have been given is correct

3 years seems to be the norm but I have known some people to wait longer like Dee

Angel xx

[karalh]

Thank you all.
That means I should have at least 12-18 months to get ready.If I start preparing now I might be OK!

Kara