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  1. AnonyMouse_8282
    I guess you could just quote the government - Reception, Years 1 and 6 HAVE to open? They never actually mention early years!
  2. AnonyMouse_8282
    I know the answer to this one- the government is asking you to seriously consider opening, however you are answerable to the HSE as to whether or not you actually can anyway. In our case we have no washing machine or dishwasher on site, and our hot water is 'iffy' at the best of times. Our landlord considers at this point we cannot fully offer the level of cleaning required to stay safe easily. Hence- if the rate of infection drops considerably we can open for short sessions only, to allow us [staff] to be able to clean properly within our working hours. x
  3. AnonyMouse_8282
    I think that might actually mean -shortly before settings reopen
  4. AnonyMouse_8282
    We have PSLA insurance/membership which includes online training- but I think you are MM?
  5. AnonyMouse_8282
    At least at 4.5 months mine stays on the rug, did manage a couple of rollovers though 73 - yes good however she meets at least 3 of the vulnerable criteria, and her husband has a serious heart condition! She is a wonderful asset to out team, but she had to bring a chair today as she said she wouldn't be able to get up of the grass if she sat on a rug .
  6. AnonyMouse_8282
    I ordered from amazon. Staff did say they were actually a bit pointless anyway if we are only recommended to use if a child show symptoms - the words stable door and horse bolted came to mind.
  7. AnonyMouse_8282
    Well we had our outdoor meeting- it was a bit like pulling teeth getting staff input..... all accept my 73 yr old staff member who is raring to go All staff said they would be prepared to start 1 June (but did't really think it was a good idea) - which surprised me to be honest. No one wanted to add anything to plans or ask any questions though! Anyway, all 'by the by' as our Landlords to do not want us using the hall for hygiene reasons (More the lack of- the place is awaiting a full kitchen and toilet refit) We have agreed the we will revisit the situation mid June, with the possible aim to open for the last 3/4 weeks of term. I've told staff they need to either email, or phone their key children weekly. No-one wanted to phone .... but to be honest it is difficult when the parents put the child on the phone. Emails were agreed. I feel like a weight has been lifted from my shoulders, the landlord is more than happy to write an official letter to LA too. Added to that- a garden visit from my daughter and granddaughter
  8. AnonyMouse_8282
    my money's on 27th ....
  9. AnonyMouse_8282
    That's a lovely idea.
  10. AnonyMouse_8282
    Well, I did say 80% and if finances allowed we would try and top up to full pay as a bonus during the Autumn term. - I did joke at the time they wouldn't get it if they hadn't completed all training required by our return in September though!
  11. AnonyMouse_8282
    They have been on 80% throughout and it will continue until September. This was agreed before the word furlough was invented mentioned. in return I asked that they completed some online training, and to either send me, or put ideas/messages on the Facebook page once or twice a week. Training - [PSLA ones] There was about 12 each taking around 30 min. I did say they could do in own time but needed to completed by September. Contacting parents - yes a bit risky, but I do feel some of them think they are on holiday and don't need to do anything .
  12. AnonyMouse_8282
    My staff do not actually know my plan yet . I have sent letters to all parents this evening and now feel remarkably calm- but do still keep thinking 'have I done the right thing?' We are not opening 1st June, but we 'may' open for a few weeks for two 1.5 hours sessions a week for school leavers- once things have settled into some kind of [can't think of a word!!]. I shall be expecting staff to take on a more active role from now though with their key children. They can each set up a dedicated email and engage directly with the parents of their key children. Nothing major just simple ideas to try, Ive had very little input from them so far. There's only 6 of us, 1 has done all the online training asked, 2 have done some/most it it, and the other 2 I haven't a clue as they've made minimal contact throughout. And as for me my brains totally fried form 8 weeks of document reading.
  13. AnonyMouse_8282
    I have just seen[on BBC news] tractors on a Spanish beach removing the top layer ... I guess they may just push it into the sea to get washed through?
  14. AnonyMouse_8282
    Or a plastic paper pocket using glasses arms threaded through the holes. Actually I'm pretty sure with this method the children would think you were just being silly rather than using PPE
  15. AnonyMouse_8282
    No.... I worry when you don't post!
  16. AnonyMouse_8282
    I'm sitting trying to write my letter saying we will not be opening 1st June regardless. My brain can't seem to word it- I think its worn out I want to explain we may offer 1.5 hours sessions if things are going in the right direction. We have no outside area - well we have a very small 'take your skin off area' which with current guidelines 4/5 children could use at any one time. Sunnyday- did you send a letter to each family ?
  17. AnonyMouse_8282
    Personally, I would think the risk is low on an outside sandpit. Unless the child has sensory issues (and you would which children these are) sand is just about the one thing that they don't voluntarily put in the their mouths. So as long as they can- and do actually wash hands straight after playing.
  18. AnonyMouse_8282
    So...... that would be the ones our LA advisors have have asking us to get rid of ASAP then, the ones with no "play value'... (Well that's what mine told me!)
  19. AnonyMouse_8282
    I wish they would just admit that that is what they want/need. They keep on about education, education, education....... yet they site Denmark that actually starts formal education at an older age! Not to mention its a country that never really had a big issue with covic19 unlike us.
  20. AnonyMouse_8282
    snot bubbles !
  21. AnonyMouse_8282
    I'm now incredibly hungry, just tried to get my husband to go the the incredibly expensive local organic farm shop and buy cake - he said no
  22. AnonyMouse_8282
    Wow, I was out almost three hours walking and talking. It was good to have someone to talk to in real life about the situation rather than just myself and you lot . My deputy has come up with a good plan, and I'm going to let her run it if she wants - subject to insurance etc. Mind you we've only had a response from 8 children possibly wanting it and 5 def nots.
  23. AnonyMouse_8282
    My sentiments entirely ! I am now off for a walk and talk with deputy. On Monday all staff meeting 6 of us. I am not returning - if they wish to go ahead I will fully support their needs and will do the admin side. But I am not setting foot in setting once open to children. My own family comes first I'm afraid. I was worried that you have been so quite the last few days, I was worried you may have had problems ... glad is was just you keeping stum
  24. AnonyMouse_8282
    That's worrying
  25. AnonyMouse_8282
    Its things like this that a winding people up. I told my daughter she could pay me to look after the baby while she did our payroll
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