Ofsted inspection: removal of the outstanding exemption

Closed 24 Feb 2020

Opened 10 Jan 2020

Contact

outstandingexemption.consultation@education.gov.uk

Overview

We're seeking views on the removal of the exemption for outstanding schools, colleges and other organisations delivering publicly-funded education and training.

Why your views matter

Some schools, colleges and other organisations delivering publicly-funded education and training, that were rated outstanding by Ofsted at their last inspection, are legally exempt from further routine Ofsted inspection.

This consultation seeks views on the removal of the exemption.

Audiences

  • 16-18 year old students resident at these institutions
  • Adoptive parents
  • Adult education providers
  • Designated institutions and 16-19 academies
  • Employers
  • Foster carers
  • Further education colleges
  • Government bodies and departments
  • Governors
  • Headteachers
  • Independent specialist colleges
  • Local authorities
  • Parents
  • Pupils
  • School support staff
  • Sixth form colleges
  • Teachers
  • Training providers
  • Unions and representative organisations
  • Young people

Interests

  • Education