The Ofsted Inspection Framework: Latest Updates
As we wait for the much-anticipated publication of the new Ofsted Inspection Framework, we wanted to make you aware of other guidance and publications from Ofsted that you and your team may find helpful. From statutory documents for schools and settings, to latest research reports, blogs and videos – we hope you find this curated ‘one stop shop’ valuable and timesaving.
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Below are existing key documents from Ofsted:
Ofsted guidance on inspecting maintained schools and academies in England under the education inspection framework
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Ofsted guidance on inspecting registered early years and childcare providers under the education inspection framework
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Part 1 – A series of research reviews focused on the pre-school age range, from birth to 4 years
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Part 2 – Examine the factors that contribute to developing young children’s knowledge and skills in the 3 Prime Areas
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Part 3 – This considers the 4 Specific Areas of Learning and how they are strengthened
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This report reviews how schools secure key knowledge and skills for KS1 success
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What schools, registered early years providers need to know about delivering the early years foundation stage (EYFS)
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This report builds on the English research review, published in 2022
More infoOfsted Inspection Framework Consultation
This video provides a reminder of the key points of the Ofsted consultation and the changes proposed to the Inspection Framework. In the video, Ofsted’s Chief Inspector, Sir Martyn Oliver, also provides an overview of how the new inspection report cards could work.
You can also explore Ofsted’s official YouTube Channel on which they share updates on current inspection models and future plans.
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