Amanda Spielman’s speech at the 2019 ASCL annual conference
Ofsted’s Chief Inspector spoke at the ASCL (Association of School and College Leaders) Annual Conference 2019 in Birmingham: Good afternoon. It’s great to be back…
Ofsted inspection
Ofsted aims to improve lives by raising standards in education and children’s social care.
They are responsible for:
- The inspection and regulation of educational institutions including independent schools, state schools, academies and childcare facilities
- The inspection of agencies responsible for adoption, fostering and other social care services
- The inspection of other services for children and young people
- Carrying out research on education and social care
- Reporting on the above institutions and relaying the information to the government
What happens during an inspection?
Inspectors will talk to a range of pupils and staff about important aspects of the school’s work. Inspectors will also take account of external views of the school’s performance. This may include any evaluation of the school’s performance by the local authority.
Amanda Spielman at the Youth Sport Trust 2019 Conference
Ofsted’s Chief Inspector discussed the new education inspection framework and what it means for physical education and sport. Good morning. I’m delighted to be joining…
Amanda Spielman at the ‘Wonder Years’ curriculum conference
The Chief Inspector discussed curriculum and Ofsted’s proposed education inspection framework at ‘The Wonder Years’ Knowledge Curriculum Conference. It’s a real pleasure to be here…
Amanda Spielman launches EIF consultation proposals
Ofsted’s Chief Inspector, Amanda Spielman, launched a consultation on proposals for the 2019 education inspection framework at the Sixth Form Colleges Association Winter Conference: Thank you…
Ofsted’s Chief Inspector praises Waltham Forest College for notable improvement in performance
Ofsted’s Chief Inspector Amanda Spielman spoke at this year’s Association of Colleges conference and recognised the “notable improvement in performance” for Waltham Forest College. Addressing sector…
Ofsted Chief Inspector launches her second Annual Report – Sector Response
This year’s annual report finds the overall quality of education and care in England is improving, but more action is needed to support the children…
Amanda Spielman launches Ofsted’s Annual Report 2017/18
Ofsted’s Chief Inspector Amanda Spielman discusses the quality of education, training and care services in England at the launch of Ofsted’s Annual Report today: Good…
Amanda Spielman’s Speech at the 2018 AoC Annual Conference
Ofsted’s Chief Inspector discussed Level 2 study programmes and the 2019 Education Inspection Framework at the Association of Colleges annual conference: It’s really good to…
Amanda Spielman at the National Children and Adult Services (NCAS) Conference
The Chief Inspector addressed the NCAS conference in Manchester about local authority children’s services, criminal exploitation of children and county lines: It has been quite…
Amanda Spielman sets out vision for new Education Inspection Framework
Amanda Spielman has proposed changes to how Ofsted inspects from September 2019. Summary: Amanda Spielman proposes 4 new inspection judgements schools will no longer receive…