This handbook is primarily a guide for inspectors on how to carry out inspections of further education and skills providers under part 8 of the Education and Inspections Act 2006.
We also publish this for further education and skills providers and other interested parties so that they are aware of Ofsteds inspection processes and procedures under the education inspection framework (EIF).
Published 14 May 2019 Last updated 16 December 2022 +show all updates
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Moved current handbook (which applies from 1 September 2021) to the top of the page. Clarified the period covered by the earlier handbook.
Changes to paragraphs 275 to 279 (see summary of changes).
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Edits throughout: see 'Summary of changes' for details.
