The Inspection Hub is going to help you SHINE in your Early Years Inspection rather than SHY away!
Why Do You Need To Join?
Inspections can often be a source of anxiety and make you feel like you’re not in control.
The unpredictability of their timing and the pressure to comply with standards can be overwhelming.
This is where our membership can help. By joining the Inspection Hub, you’ll gain the tools and support needed to turn these anxious encounters into opportunities for showcasing the excellence of your setting.
We provide you with the resources, guidance, and expert advice to ensure you are always prepared, confident, and in control, no matter when the inspector knocks on your door.
Let us help you transform inspection challenges into affirmations of your quality and commitment to exceptional early years education.
Here are some examples of why people joined…
Why have Early Years Managers and Owners joined?
Owners and managers of early years settings join our support network to connect with like-minded professionals who are committed to excellence in childcare.
This community provides a platform to share insights, resources, and strategies to enhance the quality of care and education offered at their settings.
This Membership will become your go-to hub for all things inspections and quality, creating a
community of support where settings help each other to share ideas on best practice!
Why Early Years Settings Stay After Their Inspection?
Who Are we?
Our dedicated team combines passion, approachability, and excellence to empower early years settings in creating sustainable, engaging, and high-quality learning environments.
Hi there! I’m Vanessa
Since 1987, I have dedicated my career to working directly with children and professionals in the early years sector.
My experience spans from being a Research Nursery Nurse at a local hospital to managing multiple nurseries in Hampshire.
I achieved my Early Years Professional Status in 2008 at Winchester University and am also a qualified Assessor and Internal Verifier for Early Years, a teacher, a lecturer for the Foundation Degree in Early Years, a Safeguarding instructor, and a Freelance Inspector.
My extensive background equips me to offer expert advice and consultation, helping nurseries and childminders excel and navigate the complexities of childcare.
I understand the importance of creating an impactful, stimulating, and enjoyable learning environment that meets the latest Early Years Guidelines and fosters excellent outcomes for children.
In 2018, I authored the #1 best-selling book ‘Are you ready for your inspection?’ and developed a related online training programme for staff
My passion and approachability drive me to support early years settings in achieving and maintaining high standards of care and education.
Our dedicated team combines passion, approachability, and excellence to empower early years settings in creating sustainable, engaging, and high-quality learning environments.
Hi There! I’m Vanessa
Since 1987, I have dedicated my career to working directly with children and professionals in the early years sector.
My experience spans from being a Research Nursery Nurse at a local hospital to managing multiple nurseries in Hampshire.
I achieved my Early Years Professional Status in 2008 at Winchester University and am also a qualified Assessor and Internal Verifier for Early Years, a teacher, a lecturer for the Foundation Degree in Early Years, a Safeguarding instructor, and a Freelance Inspector.
My extensive background equips me to offer expert advice and consultation, helping nurseries and childminders excel and navigate the complexities of childcare.
I understand the importance of creating an impactful, stimulating, and enjoyable learning environment that meets the latest Early Years Guidelines and fosters excellent outcomes for children.
In 2018, I authored the #1 best-selling book ‘Are you ready for your inspection?’ and developed a related online training programme for staff
My passion and approachability drive me to support early years settings in achieving and maintaining high standards of care and education.
We want you to shine!
we want you to thrive!
We want to give you the tools you need to SHINE on your Inspection and add IMPACT into the lives of every child within your setting. This is our vision at JigsawEYC.
That’s why we have created The Inspection Hub, so you could develop your skills and have the confidence you need to SHINE everyday
Not only, do we want you to shine, but we also want you to THRIVE and continue to improve, even after your inspection. This is our mission at JigsawEYC.
The Inspection Hub has been designed with this in mind, creating a supportive network where you can share best practice and learn skills so that you are constantly THRIVE to be the best that you can be!
Meet Ursula . . .
A dedicated preschool manager whose journey with The Inspection Hub transformed her setting. Just a couple of years ago, Ursula faced a challenging compliance visit that highlighted several areas needing immediate attention. Determined to turn things around, she joined The Inspection Hub. The membership provided Ursula with the tools and community support necessary to motivate her team and elevate their performance. She tapped into a wealth of resources that included expert-led sessions, up-to-date regulatory guidance, and an active forum for sharing best practices.
This treasure trove of knowledge was exactly what Ursula needed to steer her team towards a shared vision of excellence. With renewed energy and equipped with strategies, Ursula led her team to not just meet but exceed the expectations in their subsequent inspection. The results were in the pudding.
The transformation was so impactful that Ursula decided to maintain her membership with The Inspection Hub. She continues to upskill herself and her team, staying abreast of the latest developments and innovations in the sector. Ursula’s commitment to professional growth ensures that her preschool remains at the forefront of educational excellence, providing amazing care and learning experiences for all children.
Ursula’s story is a testament to how the right support at the right time can lead to great outcomes. Her journey with The Inspection Hub not only improved her setting’s grading but also fostered a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
What Can You Achieve with The Inspection Hub?
Here is how you learn to SHINE and not shy away, introducing The Inspection Hub!
With the Inspection Hub, anything is possible! With access to various experts from the Early Years field, a safe space to have your questions answered and tips on how to improve the quality of your setting. The Inspection Hub is the go-to membership for everyone in Early Years.
Our Inspection Path will take Early Years Educators on a journey to go from feeling overwhelmed, nervous and frustrated to confident, knowledgable and eager for your inspection!
Let Us Take You Through Our Inspection Path!
At this stage, you will often start with a sense of anticipation or even anxiety when you first learn that an inspection is due.
This stage involves initial planning and gathering of all necessary information about the upcoming inspection process.
This is the stage where the actual groundwork begins. You will need to review your current practices, policies, and procedures against the standards.
This often involves organising training sessions, updating documentation, and ensuring that all aspects of your setting are up to par.
At this stage, you will need to start implementing changes and improvements identified during the preparation stage.
This might involve adjustments in daily routines, training to upskill the team , or upgrades to physical environments and resources.
As changes are implemented, you will continuously evaluate their effectiveness and make adjustments as needed.
This stage is crucial for ensuring that all new strategies and practices are working as intended and able to be maintained.
After the inspection, regardless of the outcome, there’s a period of reflection. You will need to assess what went well and identify areas for improvement.
This stage is about building on the experiences of the inspection to foster an ongoing culture of self-review and continual enhancement.
Meet Abbie . . .
Abbie, The Quality Assurance manager of Scallywags Nursery, Chelmsford, joined The Inspection Hub 18 months ago, a decision driven by the impending Ofsted inspection that had her and her team feeling a mix of anticipation and anxiety but also eager to showcase what they do well and be confident in shining on their inspection. Looking for a supportive community that could guide them through the preparation process, Abbie found exactly what she needed in The Inspection Hub.
Abbie describes The Inspection Hub as “a brilliant group of like-minded individuals from various early years settings across the UK.” The members of this vibrant community come together to share their successes and challenges, offering each other support and inspiration. This collective has proven invaluable, as every month, the hub focuses on different topics and areas of practice, encouraging reflection on aspects that members may not have previously considered.
Joining the hub transformed the way Scallywags prepared for their Ofsted inspection. The Inspection Hub provided essential insights and top tips that covered everything from conducting effective learning walks to refining the nursery’s vision and improving daily practices. The support extended to practical advice on joint observations, transitions, and other key operational elements.
The result of this thorough preparation was nothing short of outstanding—Scallywags achieved an ‘Outstanding’ grade in their Ofsted inspection. But the journey didn’t end there. Abbie and her team decided to continue their membership in The Inspection Hub.
They remain committed to being the best for their children, staff, and families, leveraging the monthly meet-ups to stay updated, share new ideas, and draw inspiration.
Vanessa, the leader of the hub, plays a crucial role by continually striving to improve the group and provide tailored support to each member. Every month, Abbie and her team eagerly anticipate the next session, ready to absorb new ideas and maintain the excellence they are known for.
Abbie’s testimonial underscores the transformative impact of The Inspection Hub—not just in meeting regulatory standards but in fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement at Scallywags Nursery.
What Do You Get If You Sign Up To The Inspection Hub?
✔️ New Monthly Training
Every month, you will meet up with the same group of people and focus on a different area of inspections. This area of focus will cover many aspects of Early Years, and can be changed if the group wants to focus on a specific aspect!
✔️ Live Group Coaching (Inspection Surgeries)
Our Monthly Meetings, known as Inspection Surgeries, are live group sessions so you can delve deeper into key areas of inspections with guidance from industry experts. Interact with your peers, share insights, and gain valuable knowledge to enhance your practice!
✔️ Community
Join a community of like-minded individuals who are in the same boat as you! Share your ideas of best practice, learn from others experiences and be part of a safe community where no question is a silly one!
✔️ Questions Answered
If you have any questions about Early Years Inspections then this is the place for you! During our meetings, you can ask any questions you want and have it answered by fellow managers and our JigsawEYC experts!
✔️ Library of Training
Every Inspection Hub can be watched back as a recording, creating a library of training for you and your team to complete, go back and reflect on or use to improve the practice within your setting!
✔️ Discounts on Events
As members of our Inspection Hub, you get exclusive discounts to all of our events. This includes the Owners and Managers Conference, as well as our well renowned Exploring the Power of Play festival so you can bring your whole team along for a day of CPD at a reduced rate!
✔️ Access to our JigsawEYC App
When you sign up to the Inspection Hub, you get FREE access to our JigsawEYC app, where you can access monthly 10-minute trainings, bespoke discounts on our products and even get early access to our podcast!
Don’t Worry, We Have Your Back!
If you are unhappy with anything to do with the Inspection Hub then let us know and we can do our best to fix it! This is a no strings attached membership so you can cancel whenever you like.
We want to ensure this is the right thing for you and your setting.
Don’t Miss Out!
This way we can spend more time working on and nurturing the group, instead of advertising.
We want to make this the best experience that we can for everyone who signs up and really create a sense of community. That’s why we’ve made a deadline.
We are here to support you!
Joining the Early Years Inspection Hub offers a lifeline for educators facing the daunting prospect of inspections. Through monthly Zoom meetings with experienced auditors, members gain invaluable insights and advice, easing anxiety and boosting confidence. The hub provides a platform to learn from others’ experiences, ask questions, and receive guidance tailored to their needs.
We look forward to walking this path together and helping to turn your feelings of anxiety and stress into confidence and passion!
See you there!
