Read the headline changes to Ofsted's inspection handbook. We're also working on a more detailed summary of the changes (find out how to access it at the bottom of this article).
What it means to have a 'culture of safeguarding' at your school
This is outlined in paragraph 363 to mean your school:
- Protects pupils from serious harm, online and offline
- Is vigilant and maintains an attitude of ‘it could happen here’
- Is open and transparent, shares information with others and actively seeks expert advice
- Makes sure those who work with pupils are well trained, and understand their responsibilities and the school's systems and processes
- Has appropriate child protection arrangements in place
School leaders:
See our summary of changes article for more detail (see the