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In our series on preparing for Ofsted inspections, Laura Henry explains how to help children make a positive contribution The fourth of the five outcomes by which Ofsted will inspect early years settings is 'Helping children make a positive contribution to the provision and the wider community.' In order for children to make a significant contribution to the provision they need to feel that their opinions and thoughts are valued.

The fourth of the five outcomes by which Ofsted will inspect early years settings is 'Helping children make a positive contribution to the provision and the wider community.' In order for children to make a significant contribution to the provision they need to feel that their opinions and thoughts are valued.

This outcome is linked to:

* National Standards 9, 10, 11, 12

* Birth to Three Matters - A strong child

* Inspection of nursery education - The effectiveness of the partnership with parents and carers in promoting children's learning and whether the children's spiritual, moral, social and cultural development is fostered National Standard 9

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