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“For the first time, Ofsted has emphasised holding schools to account for their inclusive practice and support offer for children with additional needs. Ofsted inspectors evaluate how schools set high expectations for all children and young people (including those with SEND) and put the right support in place to meet their needs.”
Every child achieving and thriving
“We will increase our focus on disadvantaged children and learners, those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and those who leaders have identified as being particularly vulnerable. We propose introducing a separate evaluation area for ‘inclusion’. Children in our Big Listen survey ranked support for pupils with SEND among their top 5 priorities for Ofsted inspectors to assess when evaluating schools.”
Improving the way Ofsted inspects education: consultation document
Join leading voices in SEND and school leadership at this essential one-day conference, Preparing for Inspection of SEND Provision 2026. As the 2025 inspection framework beds in and major SEND reforms begin to take shape, this event is perfectly timed to help school leaders, SENCOs, and trust executives understand not only what’s changed - but what’s coming next.
Bringing together policy insight and practical application, the conference explores how SEND reform is set to influence inspection priorities, alongside in-depth guidance on navigating the current framework with confidence. From curriculum and provision to data, leadership, and accountability, you’ll gain a clear picture of what inspectors are looking for- and how to demonstrate impact effectively.
With expert speakers, real-world insight, and opportunities to connect with peers, this is a must-attend event for anyone leading or supporting SEND in schools.
Who should attend?
Headteachers, Assistant Heads, Deputy Heads, SENCOs, Assistant SENCOs and other members of the SLT
By attending this conference, you will be able to:
Understand the changes to the Ofsted inspection framework from November 2025 and how they will specifically impact SEND provision in schools
Stay informed on the current state of SEND system reform, including the future of EHCPs and policy priorities from a new government
Identify what Ofsted inspectors will be looking for in relation to curriculum intent, implementation, and impact for pupils with SEND
Learn how to evidence relevant adaptations and demonstrate how these lead to improved outcomes for learners with varying needs
Prepare for how safeguarding arrangements for pupils with SEND will be inspected, with a focus on additional vulnerabilities
Improve your use of data and provision mapping to clearly show progress, intervention impact, and inspection readiness
Develop inclusive leadership approaches that drive targeted change and whole-school accountability for SEND outcomes
Gain strategies for building effective partnerships with external SEND services, parents, and carers to support strong provision
Enhance your ability to identify and address weaknesses in provision and support staff development to improve SEND outcomes
Leave with practical tools and insights to help your school demonstrate high-quality SEND provision confidently on inspection day
Effectively support staff wellbeing around inspection
