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Preparing effectively for an Ofsted inspection: Context is the key

10:00 - 11:00 , 22/10/2026

Navigate inspection planning with confidence and showcase your provision effectively

Fees

Member rate: £69.00 + VAT
Non Member Rate £119.00 + VAT

Overview

The new Ofsted inspection methodology have brought about changes in the way Ofsted inspects and these are notable from the inspection planning stage. In this session, you will pick up lots of practical hints and tips on how you can navigate the inspection better, by ensuring the planning stage is carried out effectively.

We will cover the lengthier planning call and each of its parts, majoring on context, learning walks and case sampling. A must attend session for all nominees to be.

What You Will Learn:

By attending this webinar, delegates will be able to:

  • Understand the inspection planning stage from an inspector's perspective.
  • Review and evaluate their current inspection preparation documentation.
  • Identify opportunities to strengthen how they present the context of their provision.
  • Develop a more effective approach to showcasing the strengths and impact of their provision during inspection.
  • Apply practical tips to ensure their organisation is well prepared from the initial planning call onwards.

Who Should Attend?

This webinar is ideal for nominees, shadow nominees, governors, leaders of provider organisations.

Resources

  • Delegates will receive links to the operating guide and the toolkit.

Facilitator

Maria Navarro, Former HMI and specialist advisor on the development of renewed frameworks. 

With over 30 years in the sector, including 20 years as an Ofsted HMI and a leading role and much involvement in developing the latest inspection framework, Maria brings unmatched credibility and will guide attendees through what they need to know. 

Secure your place!

Fees

Member rate: £69.00 + VAT
Non Member Rate £119.00 + VAT

To pay via credit card, please contact our Accounts Team at:

Phone: 0117 947 2095
Email: [email protected]

If you are unable to pay via credit card, we will automatically raise an invoice and send it to you. Once your invoice has been paid, you will receive the confirmation email containing the Zoom joining link.

If you register but are unable to attend, we will send you a copy of the recording after the webinar has taken place.

Preparing effectively for an Ofsted inspection: Context is the key

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Last published: 21/09/2026