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Information on Ofsted inspections for independent schools that are not members of associations.
This guide gives a summary of what schools should expect and what they need to do as part of an Ofsted inspection.
This guide gives a summary of what providers should expect and what they need to do as part of an Ofsted inspection.
Information for farmers about inspections the Environment Agency carries out to prevent and control pollution, and check permits and licence conditions.
Ofsted's policy for considering whether to defer or pause an inspection or visit, or whether additional evidence needs to be gathered.
This note is part of the statutory guidance under s215 of the HRA 2008 (from 1 April 2024)
Our expectations of inspectors and providers during inspection or wider regulatory activity.
Explanation of terms used in Ofsted's official and national statistical releases.
This guidance is for Ofsted inspectors carrying out inspections of providers that are only registered on either or both parts of the Childcare Register.
Information for farmers about inspections carried out on killing and preparation areas, procedures and equipment, and availability of the code of practice.
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