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Ofsted inspections: a guide for governing boards

E-learning
04/04/2021
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At a glance

This module will develop your knowledge of the inspection process and help you better understand what Ofsted requires of both the school and your board.

You will cover:

why schools are inspected and what inspectors look at
the evidence on which inspectors base their judgements
the implications for schools and governing boards
the criteria by which the effectiveness of the governing board will be judged
appropriate questions of the headteacher and senior
Study time

45 minutes

Certificate upon completion

Module description

Following significant changes to the Ofsted inspection process and handbook in September 2024, we have updated our e-learning covering the topic.

Ofsted inspections: a guide for governing boards amalgamates the previous two modules covering the inspection process and framework into one helpful guide which outlines everything you need to know to prepare yourself for your next Ofsted inspection, as well has the key changes made to the inspection process in September 2024.

By the end of this module you will understand why schools are inspected, what inspectors look at and what criteria they judge against, and ultimately have a greater confidence in being part of an inspection and answering relevant questions as part of the inspection.

Learning Link subscribers can find the updated module under the Good Governance category of their Learning on the platform. 

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    Who developed this module?

    Fariha Choudhury
    Fariha Choudhury

    Advice Officer

    Fariha provides advice to NGA GOLD members, alongside writing for the website, magazine and weekly newsletter.

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