All inspection reports should contain an evaluation of sdgc in the section on key question 3 how well do the learning experiences meet the needs and interests of learners and the wider community. Depending on the recommendations to be followed up, irp visits may be conducted jointly with ofsted england, estyn wales, the care quality commission and the general pharmaceutical council. Safety inspections and sample safety inspection checklists even if safety inspections were not strongly recommended, they are an excellent way for the department to reference the commitment to safe work practices, provide practical training in safety awareness and minimize hazards at the workplace. Estyn will invite the school to prepare two written case studies, describing the excellent practice identified during the inspection. The qai and qar forms are submitted electronically through a webbased system using estyns virtual inspection room extranet. Where the inspection identifies important concerns in relation to standards, quality of education and training or leadership and management, the inspectorate. The purpose of estyn is to inspect quality and standards in. Guidance for the inspection of consortia 2015 estyn. Many of those whove already read the report have told us that it is a pleasure to read and i must say that i agree. Safety inspections and sample safety inspection checklists. Quality assurance in adult education and training eurydice. Estyn, her majestys inspectorate for education and training.
Together with estyn we have developed a joint inspection framework for childcare and play services. Quality assurance in adult education and training eurydice eacea. Update on inspecting education for sustainable development. Local government education services estyn inspection areas overview 1. Estyn common inspection framework resources and guidance. We use cookies to track usage and improve the website. Inspection areas overview local government education. Inspection framework use estyn s electronic systems for managing inspections, as required. Review by elizabeth derrington of a complaint by egis. Expectations of providers in order that inspection is constructive and beneficial, it is important that inspectors. Guidance handbook for the inspection of independent schools 3 use the schools selfevaluation report as the starting point for the inspection and to identify key areas for investigation in order to make judgements on the validity of its findings include peer inspectors in the inspection process. The key estyn documents that guide inspection activity are the inspection guidance handbooks for each sector. This handbook describes the main activities inspectors undertake when they conduct inspections of further education and skills providers in england underpart 8 of the education and inspections act 2006.
School forden welshpool powys sy21 8ne date of inspection. Information on schools causing concern can be found in annex 2 of the guidance handbook for the inspection of schools. The circumstances in which they might receive a further inspection under section 8 of the 2005 act are outlined in paragraphs 16 to 23 of ofsteds section 5 school inspection handbook. Estyn is headed by her majestys chief inspector of education and training in wales hmci. Where ofsteds own riskassessment or other data indicates a good schools performance could have deteriorated significantly, then there. Estyn llys angor heol keen caerdydd cf24 5jw neu drwy anfon ebost at. The reporting requirements for key question 3, state that you must report on sdgc and this should be done in relation to the guidance on the. It will be helpful to have your copy of the estyn 2010 sector inspection guidance to refer to as you go through the handbook. As outlined in estyns 2018 guidance handbook for the inspection of further education colleges and guidance handbook for the inspection of workbased learning providers, as part of the standards inspection area, inspectors are expected to look at performance data covering a period of time, usually over at least three years. School inspection wales regulations 2006 require an inspection every six years. This education, skills and work activities section of the inspection is conducted by ofsted in england and estyn in wales. Exemption from routine inspection doesnt mean that outstanding schools will never be inspected. They are independent of, but funded by, the welsh government.
The main features of inspection of schools from september 2010 are set out below. Estyn inspection teams may only place a school into special measures when they. Independent schools registration and operation guidance. A swansea valley school has had an extremely impressive report from welsh education watchdog, estyn. Guidance handbook for inspecting care and education in regulated nonschool settings eligible for funding for parttime. Chief inspector of education and training in wales. The pilot was independently evaluated during the summer of 2016 and formed part of the childcare and play inspection framework we introduced that year. The handbooks set out how each of the inspection judgements will be made. Local area inspectors confirmed at the meeting that the actions proposed in the post inspection action plan sought clearly to address the recommendations. Section 1 sets out the scope of the registration arrangements and explains which establishments are categorised as independent schools. Estyn is the office of her majestys inspectorate for education and training in wales.
This guidance sets out the way that ciw and estyn will inspect care and education in regulated. The purpose of estyn is to inspect quality and standards in education and training in wales. It is the responsibility of prus to highlight any perceived or actual conflicts of interest prior to the start of their inspection. The common inspection framework and the estyn guidance will be used to inspect all courses of itt leading to the award of qualified teacher status qts in wales. If you need help or support or have any questions, please email us close. One inspection report that covers standards in both childcare and education. Oct 04, 2018 estyn and ciw routinely work together to inspect secure childrens homes and schools and colleges that have residential provision. We ask that all inspectors read this document, in particular the main findings. It was clear that using the estyn guide lines we should have.
Estyn yw swyddfa arolygiaeth ei mawrhydi dros addysg a hyfforddiant yng. During 20182019, estyn will work with ciw to explore how to develop joint inspection activity for independent schools and residential special schools. Cwmtawe community school in pontardawe was commended for its, vibrant culture of learning, and, strong sense of community. Inspection outcomes by provider estyn data 20102015. If you want to learn more about self evaluation please see the estyn website for the schools selfevaluation manual. When we announce an irp, we will identify which recommendations we intend to follow up usually no more than 15. Additional inspectors may be on secondment or contract to the inspectorate. Handbook for the inspection of education, skills and work. May 2014 by estyn, her majestys inspectorate for education and training in wales. The education inspection framework sets out how ofsted will inspect state schools, further education and skills providers, nonassociation independent schools and registered early years settings. Enterprising ethical healthy resilience curiosity creativity ambitious cooperation we show initiative and think outside of the box we make informed decisions about our lives and the lives of others. In these cases, we will only inspect the boarding or residential provision.
Estyn is the inspectorate for statefunded schools, independent schools. Guidance handbook for inspecting care and education in regulated. What we are doing from january 2019, we will jointly inspect care and education in regulated nonschool services eligible for funding for parttime education. It draws on evidence from the three estyn reports on the raise initiative that were published in 2007, 2008 and 2009, and from inspection reports on schools and local authorities1. The school inspection handbook in force from september 2019 states that schools graded good can now expect to receive a short inspection approximately every four years. Written to both egis and estyn to check my understanding of their perspectives and to seek comments and clarification on a number of points referred to the estyn website, and guidance published by estyn on the inspection and complaints processes, particularly the handbook guidance on the inspection of primary and.
Supplementary guidance for inspecting safeguarding. Following the schools inspection in september 2018 by her majestys inspectorate for education and training in. Powered by create your own unique website with customizable templates. Arrangements for what happens before, during and after inspections. The handbook has been developed primarily with the needs of senior managers in mind and there is a strong emphasis. In carrying out the work for this survey, we analysed a number of inspection reports and identified the following situation. Guidance on the inspection of ucl institute of education. November 20 by estyn, her majestys inspectorate for education. I am pleased to inform you that following our inspection in november 2015 the estyn inspection report is now available. The guidance identifies the steps that inspection teams will take to help them to identify the most appropriate level of followup activity. Estyn inspection june 2019 brynmill primary school. We are delighted to provide a link to our latest estyn report following our school inspection last term. This document provides guidance on followup for all joint inspections with estyn and ciw which take place from january 2019.
Legal basis for the inspection of independent schools. Guidance handbook for inspecting care and education in regulated non school settings eligible for funding for. Guidance on the different types of followup activity is available on estyns website. January 2014 by estyn, her majestys inspectorate for education. Oct 10, 2016 heres how school inspections in wales are changing. The common inspection framework for education and training in wales estyn estyn is the. Guidance handbook for the inspection of primary schools estyn. Guidance handbook for the inspection of independent schools. Supplementary guidance for inspecting safeguarding in schools and. Staff, governors, parents, carers and of course the children have always worked well together.
The common inspection framework for education and training in wales estyn estyn is the office of her majestys chief inspector of education and training in wales. This section draws on estyns inspection and thematic. This guidance explains how inspectors will apply the estyn common inspection framework for education and training in wales to initial teacher training itt. However, it is of benefit to all post 16 education organisations both in terms of rpeapring for inspection and self assessment. The common inspection framework is designed so that inspections meet the statutory requirements set out in legislation. It also comments on the performance of disadvantaged learners in wales and considers relevant research evidence. Followup guidance for non school settings providing care. Guidance handbook for the inspection of independent schools estyn. The results informed estyns work to drive improvement in the sector. If you want to learn more about selfevaluation please see the estyn website for the schools selfevaluation manual. Legal basis for inspection for care inspectorate wales ciw and estyn. Please refer to the relevant guidance handbook for your sector for further information on the common inspection framework. The common inspection framework for education and training in. Home amdanom ni about us gwybodaeth information staff yr ysgol school staff siarter iaith welsh charter dosbarth y cyfnod sylfaen the foundation phase classroom.
A report on st josephs catholic and anglican secondary school sontley road wrexham ll 7en date of inspection. Nominee handbook for independent specialist colleges from january 20 1 introduction this handbook is designed for nominees who will act as the colleges representative on the inspection team during their inspection. Pdf examining the benefit of school inspection on teaching. It is very important that you are familiar with your sector inspection guidance before the inspection.
Estyn requires reporting inspectors to undertake inspections of good quality. The schools level of care, support and guidance for pupils has many outstanding features. We have created 7 of the best workplace safety checklists for different work environments that you can download for free. Wales education inspectorate estyn is set to carry out more inspections to support the roll out of the new curriculum. A revised inspection framework that covers fewer, but broader. For ease of reference, this handbook has been split into sections. Estyns guidance toolkit for assuring the quality of inspections. Apr 10, 2019 as outlined in estyns 2018 guidance handbook for the inspection of further education colleges and guidance handbook for the inspection of workbased learning providers, as part of the standards inspection area, inspectors are expected to look at performance data covering a period of time, usually over at least three years. Guidance handbook for the inspection of further education colleges from september 2017 3 inspectors should inform estyn of any perceived or actual conflicts of interest as soon as they receive notification that they have been allocated to an inspection where such issues may arise. For the latest information and advice, please see here. Guidance handbook for the inspection of primary schools.
You can access the inspection guidance handbooks by going to inspection information from estyns homepage and then to inspection guidance, selecting your sector on the left hand side. Estyn provides for inspection of all schools at least once every six years. Sections 57 and 58 of the education act 2002 amend the school standards and framework act 1998 to insert new sections 16a and 18a into that act. The annual report of her majestys chief inspector of education. This area contains documents in pdf format and a link to the estyn web site providing guidance on inspection particularly for adult and community learning providers. Estyn arranges and pays for inspections, most of which are. Estyn and ciw routinely work together to inspect secure childrens homes and schools and colleges that have residential provision. Estyn to carry out more inspections as schools prepare for. Search inspection findings from education and training providers in wales, including the judgements, key questions, and the quality indicators.
School inspection handbook ofsted guidance on inspecting maintained schools and academies in england under the education inspection framework. Inspection handbook to be used from 2nd jan 2018 details. Guidance handbook for the inspection of independent. Where the inspection identifies important concerns in relation to standards, quality of education and training or leadership and management, the inspectorate will arrange to conduct followup activity in the school to support improvement. Guidance for the inspection of adult community learning from september 2010 file.
The challenges of providing high quality physical education and school sport faced by head teachers within primary schools. The inspection toolkit was originally devised by estyn to compliment the leadership and management toolkit for work based learning providers. The main purpose of this study is to examine and determine the benefits of school inspection on teaching and learning in dubaibased private schools, and to give some recommendations into how to. Inspectors should inform estyn of any perceived or actual conflicts of interest as soon. Estyn arranges and pays for inspections, most of which are conducted by teams employed by outside contractors and led by a registered inspector. The change is just one of a series of measures designed to improve standards in schools turning the focus to teaching and learning, the wellbeing of pupils and teachers and reducing unnecessary bureaucracy. Cymorth rhieni parents support ysgol gymraeg mornant. They reflect the needs and expectations of different phases and the differences. Guidance on the different types of followup activity is available on estyn s website. Nominee handbook for schools and prus ucl institute of.
As outlined in estyns 2018 guidance handbook for the inspection of. As the findings form part of the pre inspection evidence, estyn has decided not to publish them in the post inspection report as they may. Heres how school inspections in wales are changing wales. The handbook is not legal advice and is not a substitute for seeking independent legal advice. Nominee handbook for independent specialist colleges from. Guidance for the inspection of regional education consortia 2016 3 inspectors should inform estyn of any perceived or actual conflicts of interest as soon as they receive notification that they are on the inspection of the provider.
April 2015 by estyn, her majestys inspectorate for education and training in wales. It is independent of, but funded by, the national assembly for wales under section 104 of the government of wales act. Joint child care and play framework care inspectorate wales. Guidance handbook for the inspection of secondary schools. Estyns guidance toolkit for assuring the quality of.
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