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Find guidance on how Ofsted inspects schools – for inspectors, school leaders and staff.
Ofsted's policy for considering whether to defer or pause an inspection or visit, or whether additional evidence needs to be gathered.
Our plan for undertaking landlord inspections.
This guidance is for Ofsted inspectors carrying out inspections of providers that are only registered on either or both parts of the Childcare Register.
How and when your eggs, site and records might get inspected by the Animal and Plant Health Agency.
Ofsted will begin inspecting early education and childcare providers more frequently from April 2026, in line with the DfE's Best Start in Life strategy.
A glossary of terms used across Ofsted’s education inspection information and guidance.
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