16 Jul Ofsted’s New Inspection Framework: What Schools Need to Know for 2025
Ofsted has announced a set of measures to support a successful launch of its renewed education inspection framework, due to go live in November 2025. These changes are important for headteachers, school leaders, and educators across all education settings.
At Moore Teachers, we stay ahead of education policy so you don’t have to. Here’s what you need to know about the latest Ofsted announcement—and how we can help your school stay inspection-ready.
What Is Changing in Ofsted Inspections?
From this autumn, Ofsted will begin piloting its new approach to inspections—moving toward a clearer, report-card style model. These changes are part of Ofsted’s broader response to the sector’s call for more transparency, collaboration, and support.
Key Measures Ahead of the 2025 Launch
1. A Phased, Senior-Led Rollout
To begin with, Ofsted will carry out fewer inspections than normal during the launch period. These will be conducted by the most senior and experienced inspectors directly employed by Ofsted. External part-time inspectors will be introduced gradually once their training is complete.
2. Intensive Training and Quality Assurance
All inspectors, regardless of employment status, will undergo comprehensive training and quality checks before conducting live inspections. Ofsted’s National Director for Education, Lee Owston HMI, will personally oversee and quality assure a sample of these early inspections.
3. Inspection Pause Before Christmas
No inspections will take place during the final week before Christmas. This pause will be used to provide additional training to inspectors and reflect on early findings from the rollout.
4. Provider Feedback Through Exit Interviews and Surveys
Ofsted will conduct exit interviews with a random sample of providers involved in early inspections, led by senior leaders including the Chief Inspector. Additionally, a post-inspection survey will be shared with all providers to gather broad sector feedback on the renewed framework.
What’s Not Confirmed in This Announcement
While Ofsted has previously discussed increasing transparency through training material, webinars, and FAQs, these specific resources were not mentioned in the 15 July update. Similarly, there was no mention of a dedicated inspection helpline, deferral policy, or voluntary early inspections in this particular release.
Schools should continue to monitor Ofsted’s official channels for further updates as the framework is refined and implemented.
Why This Matters for Your School
These reforms mark a shift toward a more measured and collaborative inspection process. The renewed framework aims to:
- Reduce inspection-related pressure on schools
- Provide clearer, thematic feedback
- Encourage constructive dialogue between inspectors and leaders
- Focus more on impact and context, less on one-size-fits-all judgment
For schools in Hertfordshire, Essex, and the surrounding regions, being proactive about these changes is essential. That’s where Moore Teachers comes in.
Partner with Moore Teachers to Stay Ahead
As education specialists, we support schools through every stage of the academic year—and especially through periods of change like this one. Whether you need short-term supply cover, long-term teaching solutions, or Ofsted-aligned classroom support, we’re here to help.
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