UK Ofsted

Monthly Ofsted School Inspection Outcomes Data 2005-2019

Ofsted publishes monthly management information on state-funded school inspections and outcomes spanning 2005 to 2019. The release includes aggregated inspection data as at 28 February 2026 and 31 January 2026, along with year-to-date statistics. The publication schedule extends through July 2026 with releases on 20 May, 10 June, and 14 July. This is statistical reporting only and does not create any new compliance obligations or regulatory requirements.

Thematic Reviews of the SEND Local Offer

Ofsted and the Care Quality Commission have published guidance on thematic visits to local areas in England for 2026. The reviews will examine education, health, and social care provisions for children and young people with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) as outlined in the local offer. A small number of areas will be selected each year for in-depth investigation of specific aspects of the SEND system.

New SEND Visits to Review Local Authority Offer for Young People with SEND

Ofsted and the Care Quality Commission have published guidance for a new series of area SEND thematic visits to explore how local authorities fulfil their 'local offer' duties for children and young people with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Inspectors will assess four key themes: understanding local needs, strategic oversight and service delivery, family involvement, and outcomes for children and young people. These visits will not produce individual local area outcomes but will inform a national report and policy development for DfE and DHSC.

Area SEND Inspections: Information for Parents and Families

Ofsted and the Care Quality Commission jointly publish guidance for parents, carers, children and young people explaining how area SEND inspections work. The inspections assess local area partnerships on how well they support children and young people with special educational needs and/or disabilities. The document provides links to informational resources including EasyRead versions and British Sign Language videos, and announces upcoming inspections for Leeds and Warwickshire Local Area Partnerships in April-May 2026.

Consented Addresses for Childminders and Domestic Childcare

Ofsted has published transparency data listing consented addresses for childminders and domestic childcare providers in England. The data, updated quarterly as at 31 March 2026, is available in CSV and ODS formats. Childminders may withdraw consent for address publication at any time.