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All planned inspection activity will be carried out remotely until after the February half term.
Daniel Muijs, Ofsted’s Deputy Director, Research and Evaluation, shares some remote learning tips, based on research and visits to schools and colleges.
From the end of January 2021, childminders, nurseries and all other childcare providers must use an online notification form to tell us about significant events.
COVID-19 isolation having detrimental impact on children’s education and welfare, particularly the most vulnerable
Press release
Ofsted publishes the third and final set of reports looking at the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on children and young people.
Ofsted's plans: January 2021
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Guidance and details of our plans from January 2021 as part of a phased return to full inspection.
Ofsted guidance and information relating to coronavirus (COVID-19) for schools, early years, children’s social care and further education and skills providers.
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