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Prepare for Ofsted 2025/26 with Confidence

Understand the new framework, meet KCSIE 2025 requirements, and evidence your whole-school approach to wellbeing.

Ofsted 2025/26 Framework

The Regulatory Imperative:
Wellbeing is Now a Public Grade

The 2025/26 Ofsted framework introduces a new "Report Card" where "Personal Development and Wellbeing" is a core public grade. Inspectors now demand a systematic approach to identifying at-risk pupils.

Systematic Approach

Evidence-based processes for identifying and supporting at-risk pupils

KCSIE 2025 Compliance

Integrated attendance and wellbeing data to meet safeguarding requirements

Measurable Impact

Demonstrate the effectiveness of your wellbeing interventions with data

"Schools must demonstrate a systematic and strategic approach to promoting student wellbeing and identifying those at risk."

— Ofsted Inspection Framework 2025/26

Key Changes in KCSIE 2025

The latest Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance includes significant updates.

Online Background Checks

Schools are now required to conduct online/social media checks as part of safer recruitment processes for all new staff.

Expanded Online Harms

The list of online safeguarding harms now includes misinformation, disinformation, and conspiracy theories.

Safeguarding Judgment

Ofsted inspections now feature a standalone safeguarding judgment, with increased scrutiny on KCSIE compliance.

Wellbeing & Attendance Link

A stronger emphasis on integrating attendance data with wellbeing indicators to identify at-risk pupils early.

FAQ

Ofsted & KCSIE 2025 FAQs

Common questions about the new Ofsted framework and safeguarding requirements.

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