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Key changes to school inspection in 2025

Learn about Ofsted's new approach including report cards, toolkits, evaluation areas and an inclusion focus.

Guidance
09/09/2025
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Earlier this year Ofsted consulted on proposed changes to the way it inspects schools and other education providers. Following feedback from parents and the sector, Ofsted’s reforms will take effect on 10 November 2025. Routine inspections will be introduced on or after 1 December following an initial focus on volunteer schools.

What’s new for 2025?

Changes to the inspection process are detailed in a new Education Inspection Framework (EIF) and accompanying inspection toolkits.

Download our summary of changes for more details on:

  • Report cards
  • Evaluation areas and grading
  • Evaluation of leadership and governance
  • Types of Ofsted inspection
  • New documents to support inspection

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