Overview
OFSTED and CQC jointly inspect local areas partnerships to see how well they work together to improve the experiences and outcomes of children and young people with SEND and or disabilities.
The inspections are carried out in line with the area SEND inspection framework and handbook.
From January 2023, all local area partnerships will receive an inspection under the new area SEND framework. The area SEND inspections under the new framework will follow a continuous cycle of inspections. Local area partnerships are inspected at least once every 5 years.
Area SEND inspections: information for parents and carers – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Area SEND inspections: information for children and young people – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Area SEND inspection explained – information for parents and carers – YouTube
Information for parents and carers about the area SEND inspection of your local area – YouTube
Click here to see which local areas will be inspected next Area SEND inspections: information about ongoing inspections – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Click here to find published inspection reports Search – Find an Inspection Report – Ofsted