How Ofsted inspects sixth forms
If you have sixth form provision at your school, learn how Ofsted will inspect it under the 2019 framework.
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Inspectors will take the impact of COVID-19 into account
You've responded to the specific impact of COVID-19 on your school community and any specific plans you have for the transitional period You've adapted and prioritised the curriculum from September 2020 Your leaders’ decisions about remote education have led to changes or adaptations to your curriculum. For example, how subject leaders and teachers have identified pupils’ learning gaps and new starting points, and how they've responded to that in their curriculum planning Your direct deployment of tutors supports the aims of your curriculum, where applicable You've adapted your school development plan (SDP) as a result COVID-19, including the rationale for any new or modified school improvement priorities You've adapted approaches to safeguarding during the pandemic COVID-19 has affected your school in terms of attendance patterns, and the steps you've taken to ensure the best possible rates of attendance since March 2021 You've taken steps to offer a wide range of
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- Definitions: 'disadvantaged pupils' and 'vulnerable' pupils
- Health and safety: how to show Ofsted you're fulfilling your duties
- How Ofsted inspects 'behaviour and attitudes'
- How Ofsted inspects early years education