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Resources to guide training providers through their next Ofsted inspection
When it comes to Ofsted inspections, how can training providers make the process as smooth as possible? We've created a series of resources to help you prepare.
CHEAT SHEET
Free Ofsted Inspection Cheat Sheet
Getting ready for Ofsted? Grab a copy of our insightful cheat sheet, packed with actionable steps and guidance to give you clarity before your next inspection.
ON-DEMAND WEBINAR
The Hidden Implications of Ofsted’s New Education Inspection Framework
In this webinar, Former HMI inspector and Ofsted expert Richard Moore and Senior Delivery Consultant Craig Robinson explored the less obvious implications of the framework and what they really mean in practice.
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CASE STUDY
How Bud made an Ofsted inspection stress-free for Skern Training and Skills
We caught up with Steve Randles, Head of Education and Quality at STS, to hear about his preparations for a full inspection and how the team worked together to demonstrate high-quality training to Ofsted.
Ofsted Articles
How to collect and prepare apprenticeship data for an Ofsted inspection
Delivering high-quality learning experiences and successful outcomes are top priorities for all apprenticeship providers. But with limited resources and large caseloads, how can you be sure that your learners are making real progress?
The key to Ofsted success? Know your data inside out
Ofsted will use data to evaluate your performance as a training provider, but it’s not enough for this data to simply exist. Ofsted inspectors will want to see that you’re regularly using this data to make timely and informed decisions, and ultimately improving learner outcomes.
Preparing for Ofsted: Why providers need to be assertive about progress and destination
Progress and destination are important for Ofsted, but can be complicated to show in apprenticeships. In this article, former HMI and Ofsted expert Richard Moore shares how providers can respond.
What might catch you out in an Ofsted inspection?
Former Ofsted inspector Richard Moore joined us to discuss common mistakes for training providers and what Ofsted wants to see from apprenticeships.
What’s next for Ofsted inspections?
It’s been a somewhat rocky year for Ofsted. With a new chief inspector due in January, what does the future look like for Ofsted inspections?
How Bud helped MTD Training to impress Ofsted
We spoke to Louise Denny, Head of Learning and Development, about MTD Training’s experience of using Bud since then and how it helped them to achieve a ‘Good’ rating in their last Ofsted inspection.
How Bud’s streamlined system helped Solace with Ofsted
We spoke to Mike Clarkson, Compliance and Quality Assurance Lead at Solace, on how Bud’s streamlined system had improved evidence collation for Ofsted.
How Decoded impressed Ofsted by using Bud
Read our interview with David Matthews at Decoded to find how Bud helped Decoded achieve their Ofsted Good result.
How Bud supported Apprentify to achieve Ofsted Outstanding
Read our interview with Paul Drew at Apprentify to find how Bud helped Apprentify achieve their Ofsted Outstanding result.
