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This guide gives a summary of what schools should expect and what they need to do as part of an Ofsted inspection.
Information on Ofsted inspections for independent schools that are not members of associations.
This guide explains how we select new schools and schools that undergo significant changes for inspection.
This guide gives a summary of what providers should expect and what they need to do as part of an Ofsted inspection.
Find out when you'll be inspected by Ofsted, how to prepare, how you'll be inspected and how you'll be graded
This guidance is for Ofsted inspectors carrying out inspections of providers that are only registered on either or both parts of the Childcare Register.
Guidance for inspecting engineers including the reporting of section 10 inspection findings.
Information about who will inspect your farm or land, what they’re looking for and any penalties you may get.
VAT checks by HM Revenue and Customs - VAT officers inspecting your VAT record keeping and business premises
Information for farmers about inspections local authorities carry out on animal welfare, identification, transport and by-product disposal, and feed hygiene.
Information for farmers about inspections carried out on killing and preparation areas, procedures and equipment, and availability of the code of practice.
Ofsted guidance for inspectors about how to inspect initial training for the UK Armed Forces relating to welfare and duty of care.
Information for farmers about inspections the Animal and Plant Health Agency carries out on crops and seeds for signs of disease.
Information for farmers about inspections carried out on farms using on-site feed mixers to add veterinary medicines into feed.
Get your air conditioning system inspected by an accredited energy assessor
Our plan for undertaking landlord inspections.
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