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Sets out the government's quality standards for children, young people and maternity standards.
Ofsted’s safeguarding policy and guidance for inspectors on handling safeguarding disclosures.
Summary of the main changes and provisions of the act and how they may affect children and families.
How to refer a possible unregistered school to Ofsted for investigation.
Guidance for inspectors on how to make this decision and the process to follow.
Information for those who work with children on a plan to help prevent child abuse arising from religion or superstition.
This is a presentation of the pre-registration briefing for those wishing to become childcare providers.
The role of local authorities and the application of the corporate parenting principles.
Guidance for local authorities, health commissioners, parents and young people on the trial to extend powers of the SEND tribunal.
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.
Role description and qualification specification for early years special educational needs coordinators (SENCOs).
Plain English and Easy-read guides providing information on influenza (flu) and vaccination.
These guidelines on the prevention of secondary cases have been developed following a review of the epidemiology of invasive Hib disease.
Information about the personal data we collect for children taking part in the National Child Measurement Programme (NCMP).
Volume 4: statutory guidance on fostering services for looked-after children.
How local authorities should collect and submit data to complete the children’s social work workforce census.
Information about the SFPC programme to help safely reduce the number of children entering care.
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.
Explanation of terms used in Ofsted's official and national statistical releases.
Departmental advice for children’s homes providers and their partners following amendments to the Children’s Homes Regulations 2001.
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