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The text discusses whether rising figures of reported incidents in early years settings indicate an actual increase in abuse or reflect other factors. Key points include:
– Jayne Coward from Ofsted highlights that most early years settings are safe and suggests that more reported incidents may be due to increased confidence among staff in reporting concerns rather than a rise in abuse.
– Reported serious incidents cover a range of issues—accidents, illnesses, injuries—not only safeguarding concerns.
– Tim McLachlan, CEO of the NDNA, emphasizes that abuse in nurseries is rare but any case is too many.
– Data from child safeguarding reviews does not specify where incidents occur, making it hard to assess if abuse in nurseries specifically is increasing.
– Ofsted has shortened inspection intervals for early years settings from six to four years in response to recent cases.
The text then explores the use of CCTV as a potential deterrent and safeguarding tool:
– Parents increasingly ask nurseries about CCTV; supporters say it deters abuse or poor practice.
– Examples include a case in Bristol where CCTV helped secure a conviction.
– Campaign for Gigi advocates for inspectors to have the option to review footage to check for safe sleep and staff ratios.
– Some nurseries, like Chalk Nursery and Bright Little Stars, have installed cameras with limited live access for parents.
– Concerns include privacy, cost, practicality in certain childcare settings, and potential for parents to misinterpret footage and feel anxious.
In summary, the rise in reported incidents does not necessarily mean actual abuse has increased but may reflect better reporting practices. CCTV is seen by many as a valuable tool but comes with challenges around privacy, cost, and practicality
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