Twenty years inspecting english schools ofsted 19922012. The data dashboard provides a snapshot of our schools performance. Every head teacher also knows that to get graded as outstanding against todays ofsted framework is tough to achieve. A new common inspection framework for all early years settings on the. Ofsted framework 2015 16 a diagnostic checklist for. This was not a full inspection and was part of a national series of monitoring visits to look at the achievement of a very specific group of students throughout the country and particularly in the south west.
Send and the ofsted inspection framework sarah davis director of integrated treatment services specialist slt. Aug 23, 2016 i hope youve all had an enjoyable break over the summer holidays. What does good and outstanding teaching and learning look like. In the 2015 framework the term high expectations didnt appear with. Includes free download of most common deep dive questions for slt and governors. National the newsletter will be issued via email on the first of the month to bring you all the up to date local and national news from the childcare sector. This paper explores the importance of personal, social, health and economic educationp she, citizenship education and pupils spiritual, moral, social and cultural smsc development in helping schools to obtain good or outstanding. Education inspection framework eif this framework sets out ofsteds inspection principles and the main judgements that inspectors make. Keep an eye on our ofsted hub for more guidance and practical resources on inspection under the 2019 framework. Twenty years inspecting english schools ofsted 19922012 dr adrian elliott november 2012 key points ofsted was set up following a period of sustained criticism of english state education. Is your curriculum rich, relevant broad and balanced is there no unexplained. Mr smith advised that from september ofsted are bringing in another new ofsted framework. Ofsted does not expect performance and pupiltracking information.
Details of the changes to how ofsted will inspect early years provision, schools and further education and skills from september 2015. Early years inspection handbook the linking network. His highness sheikh zayed bin sultan al nahyan, founding father of the uae i. What does ofsteds draft consultation say in the proposed inspection framework. As we converted to an academy on 1st april 2019 we will be due to a full inspection by april 2022. This course will precede the afternoon session at this venue. Framework and evaluation schedule for looked after and. If you use assistive technology such as a screen reader and need a version of this document. Responses were given by sean harford and jane jones on behalf of ofsted. Courtney, school of education, university of manchester, manchester, uk.
Coram life education and the ofsted inspection framework. Issue 1 september 2015 welcome to the first edition of our new and updated early years enewsletter. As her majestys chief inspector hmci has stated, we are committed to ensuring that our new education inspection framework eif is informed by research evidence. Ofsted reports i am delighted to attach the letter from her majestys inspectors following our recent ofsted inspection before the holiday break.
All provision judged as inadequate will be reinspected within six months. Local government education services lges has a separate framework. The common inspection framework cif for out of school. The common inspection framework set out ofsted s inspection principles and the main. Framework for inspections carried out, respectively, under section 5 of the education act 2005 as amended, section 109 of the education and skills act 2008, the education and inspections act 2006 and the childcare act 2006 the education inspection framework sets out how ofsted inspects maintained. I am delighted to share our ofsted report with you which found us to be good in all areas. England and the netherlands are typical examples of hard governance as they focus on output. Hayesfield girls school and mixed sixth form was the first school in bath to successfully undergo an ofsted inspection under the new framework in march 2017. Information that ofsted will request at the start of an inspection paragraph 38 ofsted section 5 handbook.
It is a very welcoming family community, helping pupils to develop their faith. It can be used effectively by governors and members of the public as a check of the schools performance over a three year period by comparing our summarising data to other schools or providers. Early years inspection handbook handbook for inspecting early years in england under sections 49 and 50 of the childcare act 2006 this handbook is for use from september 2015 and remains in draft until that point. The common inspection framework set out ofsteds inspection principles and the main judgements that inspectors. Ofsted inspections and safeguarding november 2015 page 4 l vulnerable to these issues. In 2015, 40% of additional inspectors who wanted to continue working for. United arab emirates school inspection framework 20152016 3 the education of our people is a great wealth. Hollyfields centre woodacre road birmingham, b24 0jt united kingdom. We can also inspect at any time if we have concerns. Inspections are carried out under section 109 of the education and skills act 2008, under the children act 1989 and the childcare act 2006.
The new ofsted inspection framework subjects schools to a significantly increased rigorous and robust inspection procedure, so we are very proud to have been awarded the judgment of. Those schools that work in partnership with other schools. Our current ofsted report, issued in november 2016, is available online or by downloading the pdf below highlights. Summary of changes to the new ofsted inspection handbook 20192020. The inspection was a gruelling three days, involving relentless scrutiny of all that we do no stone was left unturned but it has resulted in what i think is a fair assessment. This document has been updated to reflect the handbook for use from september 2015. Online safety in education report december 2015 introduction 1. Ofsted safeguarding guidance under the common inspection framework an overview. This sets out how ofsted inspects maintained schools and academies, independent schools, further education and skills. We use cookies to track usage and improve the website.
We are very pleased that our school was awarded a good grading by ofsted in june 2015 with behaviour and safety of pupils recognised as outstanding. Types of providers subject to inspection covered by this handbook. During the monitoring process, ofsted may take further enforcement action if. Calendar documents seymour park community primary school. As online technologies have become increasingly integral to daily life over the last decade, online safety has become a growing concern and focus for schools. The musical was later broadcast on teachers tv as part of their launch night schedule. Ofsted inspections and safeguarding november 2015 page 1 l raise awareness of a wide ofsted common inspection framework september 2015 from september 2015, ofsted inspectors will use a new inspection framework. Coram life education and the ofsted inspection framework, 2015. Ofsted grade descriptors september 2015 teaching resources. Latest school inspection handbooks published ofsted blog. Mar 08, 2020 are you up to speed with the new framework launched back in september. All school inspectors complete training in mathematics.
Teachers standardsofsted framework how should they be used. Heathfield community school, 2223 january 2015 2 of 9 information about this inspection inspectors visited parts of 41 lessons, seven of these jointly with members of the senior leadership team. Who are the best people to talk to in this school about my childs difficulties with learningspecial educational needs or disability send. However, ofsted does not expect to see any specific frequency, type or volume of marking and feedback. School inspection handbook ucl institute of education. Find out how the information and childcare team can support your setting, learn. Guidance for inspecting schools under the common inspection framework. This explanatory memorandum has been prepared by the department for education and is laid before parliament by command of her majesty. On 14 may 2019 ofsted launched a new education inspection. Ofsted framework 2015 16 a diagnostic checklist for headteachers, governors and teachers yes no maybe the quality of education provided in the school 1. Government policy after 1992 was to ensure all schools were inspected regularly by a rigorous and transparent process. In 2015, he was nominated as one of the 500 most influential people in britain by the sunday. The visit was the first short inspection carried out since the school was judged to be good in december 2012. Ofsted guidance on inspecting maintained schools and academies in england under the education inspection framework.
All schools covered by this framework have their own unique reference number urn. There are four separate grades and an overall grade. Ofsted has made substantial changes to the frameworks and processes for the inspection of schools, further education and skills and early years provision. Send parents the formal notification of inspection letter. Example sef new ofsted september 2015 teaching resources. Meeting ofsted requirements in english renaissance learning. Meeting ofsted requirements meeting ofsted requirements in english preparing for the new inspection framework the overarching theme of the english requirements of the new ofsted framework is that of progress. Changes to education inspection from september 2015 gov. The 2015 ofsted inspection framework and school inspection handbook are still in force. Ofsted inspection and safeguarding from september 2015 page 1 l raise awareness of a wide ofsted common inspection framework september 2015 from september 2015, ofsted inspectors will use a new inspection framework. Also have included a resource from a friend of a school improvement structure that their allthrough school is using. The common inspection framework is used for all education and training providers in wales. The common inspection framework set out ofsted s inspection principles and the main judgements that inspectors made when conducting inspections of. Ofsted s updated inspection framework comes into force in september 2019.
Only provision judged as inadequate with enforcement2 will be monitored. The framework reflects relevant legislation for each type of setting. They provide judgements on the quality of different characteristics of education provision within schools. Aug 26, 2015 share email post this resource is an example sef, written to support all stakeholders in order to give them ideas andor prompt discussion with regards to school selfevaluation in light of the new ofsted framework. Schools have had to respond to the challenges of greater use of these technologies in school. The education inspection framework the framework applies to the inspection of different education, skills and early years settings to ensure comparability when learners. In preparation for back to school we have published our updated section 5 and section 8 school inspection handbooks. Mr smith gave his view of the ofsted report which was carried out in february 2015. Ofsted recognises that marking and feedback to pupils, both written and oral, are important aspects of assessment. Framework and evaluation schedule for the inspection of services for children in need of help and protection, children looked after and care leavers february 2017 no. Incorporating the ofsted framework schoolcaldownload. Overall effectiveness effectiveness of leadership and management. Clarifying accountabilities for the effective use of tas natalie packer september 2014. Early years inspection handbook handbook for inspecting early years in england under sections 49 and 50 of the childcare act 2006 this handbook is for use from september 2015 and remains in.
The framework for school inspection 8 september 20, no. Language, literacy and communication skills revised from 2015 to embed the literacy component of the national literacy and numeracy framework lnf within foundation phase planning, teaching and learning mathematical development revised from 2015 to embed the numeracy component of. The new common inspection framework and handbooks for ofsted inspectors came into effect from september 2015 for the inspection of schools, further education and skills and early years provision. A new education inspection framework eif introduced from september. We inspect services providing education and skills for learners of all ages. Pupil performance 2017 2018 ofsted framework for inspection april 2014. Ofsted safeguarding guidance under the common inspection. Expectations on arrival from september 2016 ofsted section 5 handbook and where evidence can be found. Although each session can be attended separately, the two sessions are complimentary and helpful to attend as a full day to benefit most from the content. Q1 how are inspectors without a maths teaching background trained to know what to look for. The minister of state for children and families has tasked ofsted and the care quality commission cqc with inspecting local areas on their effectiveness in fulfilling the new duties.
This framework sets out ofsted s inspection principles and the main judgements that inspectors make. Pdf comparing effects and side effects of different school. Just click this link i want my free social media calendar and we will get it to you straight away. In particular, schools must be able to show the progress every student, including those with special education needs and disabilities, is making regardless. It supports consistency across the inspection of different remits. Initial teacher education inspection handbook 8 september 2015, no. The framework sets out how isi inspects independent schools in england, including residential boarding schools and registered early years settings. Ofsteds new education inspection framework applies to maintained schools and academies, nonassociation independent schools, further education and skills.
The childrens homes england regulations 2015 2015 no. All church of england dioceses and the methodist church use the church of england education offices framework for the statutory inspection of anglican and methodist schools siams under section 48 of the education act 2005. Final document for use from september 2015 published. Ofsted has published new guidance for inspectors ion nspecting safeguarding in early years, education and skills settings. This includes the publication of a single common inspection framework, accompanied by four inspection handbooks. Dec 15, 2015 resource which breaks down the ofsted criteria for the new inspection framework for september 2015.
From september 1st2015 there is one common inspection framework. The common inspection framework covers further education colleges, sixthform. This aim has underpinned the whole process of our framework development and has. The office for standards in education, childrens services and skills ofsted is a. This framework sets out the key inspection principles and should be read alongside the code of practice and the handbook for the inspection of local. Eye preschool, 14 july 2015 5 of 5 the office for standards in education, childrens services and skills ofsted regulates and inspects to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. A schools journey from ri to good inspection under the new ofsted framework 2015. The common inspection framework sets out how ofsted. The evaluation schedule, which is published as part of the school inspection handbook27, provides guidance to schools and inspectors about the key judgements. Inadequate schools are normally inspected and monitored within 30 months of the latest inspection report. We also inspect and regulate services that care for children and young people.
Ofsted s inspection workforce from september 2015 from september, ofsted has made radical changes to the way it inspects schools, early years provision and further education and skills. What kinds of special educational needs might the children at maryvale catholic primary school have. Send the inspection questionnaire for school staff as a downloadable pdf or a survey that can be completed instantly. Every head teacher wants their primary school to be outstanding. All local authorities will be inspected under this framework within a threeyear period. Anything relating to the old framework will remain online until october 2019 for reference purposes only. Ofsted and performance data maryvale catholic primary school. Pdf 100kb opens in a new window working with the new ofsted framework what does good and outstanding teaching and learning look like. The framework for school inspection the history of education in. A schools journey from ri to good inspection under the. Ofsted and siams reports st francis church of england aided. Ofsted has received a qualifying complaint about a school that. Deputy headteacher on the previous edition of the ssat ofsted guide. School report philip morant school and college rembrandt way, colchester, co3 4qs inspection dates 2425 march 2015 overall effectiveness previous inspection.
New school inspection framework secondary headteachers in. Strong features, although minor aspects may require improvement. Ofsted guidance for 6th form, fe, academies, free nasuwt. Darrington ce primary school was most recently inspected on 19th and 20th novemeber 2019 and we are proud to have been judged as good under the new framework which was introduced in september 2019. Following our ofsted inspection in november 2016, we are delighted that christs school was awarded a good judgement, using the new assessment framework. The 2015 ofsted inspection framework introduces a major change in the key judgements made by.
Gb assessment after the previous inspection on september 1819th 20. School report william perkin church of england high school oldfield lane north, greenford, ub6 8pr inspection dates 910 june 2015 overall effectiveness previo. Share a date reminder to staff and governors that can be saved to personal calendars. We are proud of our educated nation because through knowledge and science we will open the horizons of a glorious future. Any institution with a urn that is inspected by ofsted will receive an inspection report. Parent forum ofsted meeting minutes in summary, mr smith commented that ofsted inspections are very important but not the be all and end all as. Ofsted is the government body responsible for the inspection of all schools and academies in the country. High quality training develops staffs vigilance, confidence and competency to challenge pupils views and encourage debate. Any institution with its own urn that ofsted inspects will receive an inspection report. Ofsted reports parents ofsted reports monitoring visit june 2015. Once a provider is registered on the ofsted early years register, we carry out regular inspections to evaluate the overall quality and standards of its early years provision in line with the principles and requirements of the statutory framework for the early years. The timing of an ite inspection is determined by the annual risk assessment process and the calendar information ite partnerships return on an annual basis to ofsted. Ofsted has legal powers under section 2 of the education and inspections act 2006 that relate to inspecting providers of further education and skills for learners aged 16 and over. We have introduced a common inspection framework for these remits and new shorter inspections for good schools and fe providers led by her majestys inspectors.
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