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Guidance for inspectors on how to make this decision and the process to follow.
Guidance for providers on registering a children’s home with Ofsted when the care and accommodation is provided in more than one building.
Statutory guidance for local authorities with responsibility for education and children’s social services functions.
How local authorities should use the National Client Caseload Information System (NCCIS) to send data on young people’s post-16 activities.
A parent and carer’s guide on the safeguarding arrangements you should expect from activity clubs, tutors and coaches.
How we produce statistics on looked-after children.
Guidance on how Ofsted inspects boarding schools and residential special schools.
Specification and validation rules for local authorities and software suppliers preparing for the 2026 to 2027 children in need census.
What early years settings must do to apply for an exemption from the early years foundation stage (EYFS).
Guidance for local authorities, health commissioners, parents and young people on the trial to extend powers of the SEND tribunal.
A guide for inspectors about physical intervention and restrictions of liberty.
This outlines what FGM is, the legislation and penalties involved and the help and support available. The statement is often referred to as a health passport.
Information about the SFPC programme to help safely reduce the number of children entering care.
Departmental advice for those working with children in certain types of performance or activity in England.
Ofsted's variation fees for children’s social care services.
Guidance for local providers of infectious diseases in pregnancy screening.
Information for healthcare professionals on pertussis (whooping cough).
How to refer a possible unregistered school to Ofsted for investigation.
Ofsted's annual fees for children’s social care services.
This guide is for providers and commissioners to help them understand the registration requirements with CQC and Ofsted and when to register with one or both regulatory bodies.
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