Ofsted is the Office for Standards in Education, Children’s Services and Skills. We inspect services providing education and skills for learners of all ages.

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Ofsted is responsible for inspecting a range of educational institutions, including state schools and some independent schools. It also inspects childcare, adoption and fostering agencies and …

Nov 14, 2025 · This blog will look at the way Ofsted inspects education in schools and the further education and skills sector. It will update you on developments and feature current issues.

Earlier this year Ofsted consulted on proposed changes to the way it inspects schools and other education providers. Following feedback from parents and the sector, Ofsted’s reforms will …

Nov 10, 2025 · Ofsted - the Office for Standards in Education, Children's Services and Skills - inspects and reports on anywhere that provides education for young people in England, …

Feb 20, 2025 · Ofsted aims to improve lives by raising standards in education and children’s social care. We inspect and regulate thousands of organisati­ons and individual­s providing …

Dec 19, 2025 · Ofsted report cards replace single-word grades with assessments across 11 areas. Learn how the 5-point grading scale works and how to prepare.

Ofsted is the Office for Standards in Education, Children’s Services and Skills. We inspect services providing education and skills for learners of all ages.

Nov 10, 2025 · What does Ofsted mean and what are the ratings? Ofsted - the Office for Standards in Education, Children's Services and Skills - inspects and reports on anywhere that …