Ofsted (the Office for Standards in Education, Children’s Services and Skills) is the national body that inspects and regulates services providing education, training, and care for children and young people. This includes schools, colleges, early years settings, and organisations that support vulnerable learners. Its role is to make sure these services are safe, high‑quality, and helping children achieve the best possible outcomes. [gov.uk], [gov.uk]

Ofsted publishes inspection reports that highlight a school’s strengths and areas for development. These reports help parents understand how well a school is performing and support schools to continue improving. In recent reforms, Ofsted has introduced clearer report cards and a new 5‑point grading system designed to give families more accessible, meaningful information.