Can Ofsted turn up unannounced?
Ofsted will continue to carry out unannounced inspections throughout the academic year. By conducting the first wave within a two-week window, Ofsted will be able to make an early assessment of their impact. A full report for every inspection will be published on the Ofsted website.
How much notice do schools get for Ofsted?
We give schools half a day’s notice and FES providers two days’ notice (though Ofsted has the power to inspect without notice where we have concerns). 3.
What is the notice period for an Ofsted inspection?
15 days
Ofsted reveals plan to give schools up to 15 days’ notice of inspections.
How often should a school be Ofsted inspected?
about once every four years
When Ofsted has judged a school to be good or outstanding after a section 5 inspection, we will then normally go into the school about once every four years to confirm that the school remains good or outstanding and that safeguarding is effective.
What is a mock Ofsted?
A typical mock inspection includes: an audit of the SEF, policies and procedures, planning systems, children’s records, observations of the premises and staff interactions with children, joint observations and interviews with management and key staff.
Why does Ofsted turn unannounced?
Unannounced behaviour inspections A common trigger is a qualifying complaint. This is related to child safety, safeguarding or pupil welfare. The behaviour inspection focuses on: pupils’ attitudes to learning and their conduct around the school.
Are Ofsted free schools inspected?
Ofsted (the Office for Standards in Education, Children’s Services and Skills) is responsible for inspecting the quality of education in all state-funded academies and free schools, and uses the same inspection framework as for maintained schools.
Can you refuse an Ofsted inspection?
Deferral of area SEND inspections If local areas have concerns about the timing of an inspection, they may submit a deferral request, with any supporting reasons, to the lead inspector at the point of notification of the inspection. We will consider each individual request on its merits.
What triggers an Ofsted inspection?
Called this after Section 8 of the Education Act 2005, a Section 8 inspection can be triggered for the following reason: For investigating concerns such as safeguarding, behaviour and/or other matters. For monitoring schools that have been rated ‘require improvement’ or ‘inadequate’
How do I pass an Ofsted inspection?
Preparing for Ofsted Inspection Checklist
- Update your website!
- Get a handle on your ASP data.
- Make sure your staff are used to having visitors.
- Take stock of your school’s’ strengths and weaknesses.
- Make sure all SLT are very familiar with your SEF.