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“Children deserve the best possible education; their parents deserve the best possible information and education professionals deserve to have their work fairly assessed by experts. The changes we are presenting today aim to achieve all three of these things.”
Martyn Oliver, Chief Inspector in Schools
“School inspections are evolving, and we must ensure that this new era is one of transparency, fairness and support – not fear.”
Steve Rollett, Deputy Chief Executive, Confederation of School Trusts
“Safeguarding shouldn’t just pass inspection – it should be lived in every classroom, corridor and conversation.”
Victoria Raynor, Safeguarding Consultant
“Inclusion can’t be an afterthought. The new framework must recognise and reward those who put equity at the centre.”
Contributor to Schools Week
“Curriculum conversations during inspection can either empower a school’s vision or reduce it to paperwork – let’s make it the former.”
Matt Pinkett, Author and Teacher
Ofsted has now announced the details of the new Inspection Framework which will be in place from November 2025. Inspectors will now award grades on a 5-point scale across a range of new evaluation areas, using the report card system.
With evolving expectations and new priorities, understanding exactly what inspectors are looking for has never been more important. As the education sector prepares for an updated inspection framework, this timely conference brings together school leaders, experienced inspectors, safeguarding specialists, and policy experts to explore what’s new, what’s on the horizon, and what these changes mean in day-to-day practice.
Whether you’re grappling with increased curriculum scrutiny, preparing for a safeguarding review, or championing inclusive and equitable practice, this event is designed to provide practical insight, clear guidance, and effective tools to help you feel confident and truly inspection ready.
This is an essential conference for school and trust leaders who want to stay ahead of the curve, decode shifting inspection criteria, and respond proactively, all while maintaining focus on what matters most: the wellbeing of pupils, the support of staff, and the health of your school’s culture.
Who should attend?
Headteachers, Principals, Trust Leaders, Deputy Heads, Assistant Heads, DSLs, School Improvement Leads, Curriculum and Teaching Leads, Inclusion and SENCO Leads, Governors, Trustees, and anyone else involved in the inspection process.
This conference will enable you to:
Understand how the new inspection framework is evolving and the implications for leadership and teaching teams
Prepare for changes in the way curriculum intent, implementation and impact are reviewed
Explore the increased emphasis on safeguarding, attendance and wellbeing
Gain clarity on what effective inclusion looks like in the current inspection climate
Learn from real-life inspection experiences and how schools are adapting
Reflect on how to balance accountability with authentic leadership
Support school-wide readiness without driving staff anxiety
Leave with strategies, updates, and case study insight to share with your wider team
Build confidence ahead of your next inspection cycle
Navigate the challenges and opportunities presented by the latest inspection criteria
Develop practical approaches to evidence collection and documentation
Understand inspector expectations around behaviour and culture
Explore how data and performance metrics are interpreted during inspections
Learn techniques to engage governors and trustees in inspection preparation
Identify common pitfalls and how to avoid them during inspection visits
Discuss how to create a positive inspection experience for pupils and staff
Understand the role of remote and on-site inspection components
Gain insight into supporting vulnerable groups and ensuring equity
Enhance collaboration between leadership, teaching, and support staff for inspection success
