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A glossary of terms used across Ofsted’s education inspection information and guidance.
Find out about protection for disabled people from discrimination at work, in education or dealing with the police
As a disabled person, you have rights to protect you from discrimination.…
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If you’re being questioned or interviewed at a police station you have…
The Equality Act 2010 protects you from discrimination. It provides legal…
Check if you can get legal aid to help with your legal costs if you think…
How and when to apply for childcare places and schools.
What happens if your child cannot go to school for health reasons - responsibilities of the local council and school and how medical needs are handled at school
The English national curriculum means children in different schools (at primary and secondary level) study the same subjects to similar standards - it's split into key stages with tests
Special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) - support your child can get at school and how to apply for an education, health and care (EHC) plan
This guide gives an overview of the inspection data summary report (IDSR) for initial teacher education (ITE) providers and inspectors.
DFES existed until 2007 when it was replaced the Department for Children, Schools and Families and the Department for Innovation, Universities and Skills
Northern Ireland’s Department of Education aims to promote the education of the people of Northern Ireland and to ensure the effective implementation of education policy. DE (NI) works with the Northern Ireland Executive and is supported by 1 public body...
Check if your council offers free early education and childcare.
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