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School inspections: a guide for parents and carers

A leaflet for parents and carers of children whose school is due for inspection. It gives information on why, how long and when we inspect, and also how parents and carers can share their views.
The framework for school inspection from January 2012

This framework sets out how the general principles and processes of inspection are applied to maintained schools and several other types of school in England. (Draft framework reference number: 110128)
A good education for all

Proposals for amended inspection arrangements for maintained schools and academies, further education and skills and initial teacher education from September 2012 – for consultation.

The new framework for the inspection of independent schools - consultation

This consultation document sets out Ofsted’s proposals for a revised framework for the inspection of independent schools.
Learning independence

Views of care leavers, students in residential further education and boarders in boarding schools on moving on to independent adult life.
Single equality scheme 2010-13

Ofsted has published its single equality scheme, with the 2010 action plan. The Equality Action Plan 2011-12 was added in August 2011. Our scheme, including the priorities and action plan, has been developed with the involvement and engagement of children and

Official statistics: Maintained school inspections and outcomes

This page has statistics on the inspection of maintained schools in England.
Ofsted Audit Committee minutes

Here you will find the minutes from recent Ofsted audit committee meetings.
Schedule for the release of official statistics

This document announces the planned schedule for the release of official statistics by Ofsted.

Official statistics: Learning and skills inspections and outcomes

This page has statistics on the inspection of learning and skills providers in England.
Official statistics: Independent school inspections and outcomes, including regulation compliance

This page has statistics on the inspection of non-association independent schools in England.
Schools inspection documents: summary of changes

Every term, some of the main documents for maintained school inspections are updated. This page has details of the latest amendments.

Ofsted’s website: continuing to improve

24 Apr 2012

The results of our website survey during January 2012 have helped us to make further improvements to the site since it was re-launched in July 2011.
'Making a mark' - Not enough pupils develop their creativity through confident drawing - Ofsted

30 Mar 2012

An Ofsted report launched today looking at art, craft and design education in schools and colleges has found that after getting off to a confident early start, pupils’ progress slowed during primary school and was no better than satisfactory at the start of secondary school.
Sir Michael Wilshaw HMCI's speech to ASCL conference sets out plans for more heads to get involved in school inspection

23 Mar 2012

Addressing an audience of headteachers and school leaders at the annual conference of the Association of School and College Leaders in Birmingham today, Sir Michael Wilshaw HMCI paid tribute to the work of heads across the country as he set out his priorities for further improving standards.

Raising standards in literacy

15 Mar 2012

A new Ofsted report examining English teaching has found that while in many schools English teaching is effective and pupils make good progress, standards in English are not high enough and, since 2008, there has been no overall improvement in primary pupils’ learning.
Investing in science and engineering

13 Mar 2012

To celebrate National Science and Engineering week between 9 and 18 March, we shine a light on providers that are working hard to inspire future scientists and engineers.
Mastering mathematics

07 Mar 2012

As millions of students around the world celebrate World Maths day today (7 March), we look closer to home where we recently highlighted 20 schools around the country that excel at teaching primary mathematics. We also look at the numeracy needs of adults.

Not enough music in music lessons

02 Mar 2012

In a major survey carried out over the last three years Ofsted has found wide differences in the quality and quantity of music education in schools across England. One in five of the schools visited were judged inadequate for music.
The value of volunteering

20 Feb 2012

With Student Volunteering Week being celebrated this week we look back at an Ofsted survey which found that well-structured volunteering opportunities contribute positively to young people’s personal development and social engagement.
High expectation, no excuses - Sir Michael Wilshaw HMCI outlines changes to Ofsted inspection in drive to deliver a good education for all

09 Feb 2012

Delivering his first major speech since becoming Chief Inspector, Sir Michael Wilshaw HMCI today launched detailed proposals for changes to Ofsted inspection.

Staying safe online

07 Feb 2012

To coincide with Safer Internet Day on 7 February, we highlight one of our survey reports, The safe use of technologies, which was published in February 2010.
Ofsted releases materials for history coordinators

27 Jan 2012

Ofsted today released new resources to support the improvement of teaching and learning in history in schools.
Changes to independent school inspection - Ofsted consultation

24 Jan 2012

Ofsted has launched a consultation for its inspection of all ‘non-association’ independent schools in England. Changes proposed for September 2012 are intended to raise expectations for further improvement in the performance of these schools, for the benefit of children, parents and carers.