Section 1: Moving from inspection fear to inspection focus

Part 1: Moving from inspection fear to inspection focus
In this session, John discusses: • His background and experience •Schools falling under the scope of the 2023 ISI Framework • How the 2023 Framework differs to the previous 2016 Framework •The values and principles of inspection • The importance placed on wellbeing • The different types of inspection • The four pillars of inspection • Inspection manageability • Triangulation, typicality of evidence & proportionality

​Some key documents for this section
ISI Website: www.isi.net
Here you'll find:
  • Framework for the inspection of association schools - 12th September 2023
  • Handbook for the inspection of association schools - 12th September 2023
  • Checklist for ISSRs
  • Regulatory Audit
  • Report Examples
  • Webinars

Section 2: When the inspector calls

Part 2: When the inspector calls
In this session, John explores what you should expect when ISI call and how you and your team should respond. John also discusses: Inspection timings • Your inspection team • What information is required following the call • What the Reporting Inspector looks at pre-inspection • What needs to be on your school website • Practical requirements of the inspection team whilst onsite • How wellbeing is linked to the report and framework

Section 3: The report structure

Part 3: The report structure
In this session, John explores the structure of the inspection report. He goes into detail in areas such as: Evidence gathering • School culture • Inspection evaluation • Leadership and management, and governance (including possible questions for Governors) • Pupils' education, training and recreation (evidence sources) - including possible questions for academic staff • Pupils' physical and mental health and emotional wellbeing (including possible questions you may be asked) • Pupil voice • Pupils' social and economic wellbeing and contribution to society (including possible questions)

Section 4: Safeguarding

Part 4: Safeguarding
Safeguarding underpins the whole inspection report and should be embedded across the school. John discusses: Whether your school is meeting statutory requirements • Systems, processes, training, record keeping and identification of risks • Possible questions you may be asked about safeguarding • General questions staff may be asked • ISI Framework at a glance

Section 5: Your report

Part 5: Your report
You should instantly recognise your school when you read your inspection report and John will walk you through what your report will look like. This includes: The language you can expect and what it means • Reviewing other school reports on the ISI website • The summary of the summaries form the basis of the report - and this must be agreed by the whole inspection team • Inspection prompts used by inspection teams • The report outline • Common inspection failings (particularly the Single Central Register)

Section 6: Hints, tips and commonly asked questions

Part 6: Hints, tips and commonly asked questions
The final session covers a host of hints, tips and frequently asked questions to help you pass your inspection with flying colours!
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