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Management Queries: Blowing the whistle

What is the best way for staff to report their concerns to Ofsted? By Gabriella Jozwiak

Q: I am considering reporting my setting to Ofsted but am worried about being a whistleblower. Will the nursery know that I reported them, or will my identity be kept anonymous? Also, will Ofsted contact me directly?

Jane Harrison, director, Red Hen Day Nursery

‘I suggest you start by raising the issue internally. As a manager, I would be disappointed if somebody reported our nursery to Ofsted without trying to raise it within the setting first. Try to speak to your line manager or the nursery manager. Perhaps if you are open, the issue can be resolved. If you do not get a response from them, however, then yes, Ofsted is your next option.

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