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Regulation update ยท 28 September 2026

Ofsted's consultation on inspecting children's social care has closed

Ofsted consulted on changes to how it inspects children's social care, including report cards and a five-point scale. The consultation closed on 28 September 2026, and Ofsted expects to respond in early 2027.

What to do

  • Nothing changes yet: inspections continue under the current framework.
  • Watch for Ofsted's response in early 2027.
  • Keep building evidence of children's progress and relationships; it matters under any framework.

Source

Ofsted consultation, GOV.UK

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