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For Ofsted School Report Card and Inspection Toolkit This document provides a tick-list version of the new Ofsted School Report Card and Inspection Toolkit criteria, designed to support senior leaders, governors, and school staff in making accurate and consistent self-evaluations. It includes the official criteria language from the toolkit and enables schools to quickly judge where they are across all key areas of inspection. Each section supports judgements against the categories: Causing Concern Attention Needed Secure Strong Exemplary Purpose and Use: Acts as a quick-reference self-evaluation tool to identify strengths and development areas. Supports schools in writing or updating their SEF (Self-Evaluation Form). Directly links to the School Improvement Plan (SIP) template and priorities. Promotes a consistent and evidenced-based approach to preparation for inspection. This tool should be used in conjunction with the full SIP template, SEF narrative, and the Ofsted School Inspection Toolkit to ensure a coherent and aligned approach to school improvement.

Be Ofsted-Ready: The Headteacher’s Phone Call Preparation Pack Your essential guide to mastering the initial inspection conversation This practical and expertly designed resource equips headteachers with everything they need to approach the Ofsted notification call with clarity, confidence, and control. Inside, you’ll find: A structured breakdown of what to expect during the call A checklist of key data and talking points to have at your fingertips Prompts to help you articulate your school’s strengths, priorities, and recent improvements Guidance on aligning your responses with the Education Inspection Framework (EIF) A printable “desk reference” for use during the call itself Whether you’re new to headship or a seasoned leader preparing for your next inspection, this pack ensures you’re ready to lead the conversation, set the tone, and showcase your school’s vision from the very first moment.

SELF-EVALUATION TEMPLATE (SEF) Aligned with the New Ofsted School Report Card and Inspection Toolkit This document is a blank self-evaluation template designed to support schools in evaluating their provision in line with the proposed Ofsted School Report Card and the accompanying School Inspection Toolkit. It provides a structured framework for leaders to reflect on strengths, areas for development, and evidence of impact across all relevant domains. Each section mirrors the new criteria and language set out in the toolkit, enabling schools to: Benchmark their current position against Ofsted’s updated expectations. Identify and record evidence of strengths and impact. Plan actions to secure improvement or maintain excellence. This template should be adapted and updated regularly as part of the school’s ongoing self-evaluation and improvement cycle.

Aligned with the New Ofsted School Report Card and Inspection Toolkit (Excl. EYFS & Sixth Form) This SIP template is designed to support schools in aligning their strategic planning and evaluation with the new Ofsted School Report Card and Inspection Toolkit. It is tailored for schools without Early Years or Sixth Form provision and reflects the language and priorities set out in the latest framework. Key Features: Suggested Priorities Each priority is directly linked to the updated Ofsted inspection areas, ensuring alignment with national expectations. Objectives and KPIs For every priority, suggested objectives and key performance indicators are included to support measurable and focused improvement planning. Action Planning Tab A second tab outlines suggested actions for each objective. The format includes the following columns: Lead person Start date Finish date Costs Monitoring By RAG (Red-Amber-Green status) Evidence Commentary / Notes Note: All priorities, objectives, and actions are generic starting points and should be adapted to fit your school’s unique context, needs, and development stage. Proven & Practical This template has been used successfully in a range of settings over several years. It is both adaptable and robust, providing a consistent structure that supports strategic oversight, implementation, and review.