The Ties that Bind: Amanda Spielman’s speech to the Policy Exchange think tank
The Chief Inspector discusses the importance of promoting British values in schools and Ofsted’s role in making sure this is done well: The title of…
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 Education Policy Institute conference
The Chief Inspector discussed multi-academy trusts (MATs) and the implications of system-wide challenges for Ofsted: Good morning. And thank you for inviting me to be…
Amanda Spielman’s speech at the Wellington Festival of Education
Ofsted’s Chief Inspector discusses ‘intelligent’ and responsible inspections, curriculum research and our work developing the 2019 education inspection framework: Thank you for that kind introduction.…
Amanda Spielman at the Bryanston Education Summit
Ofsted’s Chief Inspector discusses the future of school inspections, how we use data and ongoing work on a new education inspection framework: Thank you for…
Speech: Amanda Spielman at the Pre-school Learning Alliance annual conference
Ofsted’s Chief Inspector discussed the importance of the early years and developing a love of reading at the 2018 Pre-school Learning Alliance conference: Thank you…
Ofsted Inspectors Praise @DerbyCollege For ‘Outstanding’ Residential Provision
Derby College’s residential accommodation for students who live at the Broomfield Hall campus has again been praised by Ofsted inspectors and graded ‘outstanding’. Ofsted Inspectors…
Amanda Spielman speech to Annual Apprenticeships Conference
Ofsted’s Chief Inspector discusses the quality of apprenticeships, changes in the sector and Ofsted’s role at the Annual Apprenticeship Conference in Birmingham: Thank you for…
Amanda Spielman’s Speech to the Annual Apprenticeship Conference
Amanda Spielman’s Speech to the Annual Apprenticeship Conference being held in the ICC, Birmingham today (22 Mar). Thank you for inviting me to speak to…
Amanda Spielman’s speech at the ASCL annual conference 2018
Ofsted’s Chief Inspector addressed the 2018 Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL) Annual Conference in Birmingham, 10th March. Can I start by saying how pleased…
Amanda Spielman’s speech at the ASCL annual conference 2018
Ofsted’s Chief Inspector addressed the 2018 Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL) Annual Conference in Birmingham: Can I start by saying how pleased I…