Documentation

Early years inspection handbook is primarily a guide for inspectors on how to carry out inspections of registered early years providers Early years inspection handbook - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Education inspection framework (EIF) sets out Ofsted's inspection principles and the main judgements that inspectors make Education inspection framework (EIF) - GOV.UK

Additional resources:

Early years FAO for providers and practitioners - YouTube A collection of short videos answering the most common questions about the inspection process Early years FAQs for providers and practitioners - YouTube

What Ofsted will look for during inspections Help for early years providers : Reducing paperwork

Registered early years providers Questions answered about preparing for your inspection Registered early years providers - GOV.UK

Ofsted blog: early years updates on developments in the early years sector and current issues:

When do you need to notify Ofsted? – Ofsted: early years

How we look at the use of Early Years Pupil Premium (EYPP) in our inspections of early years settings – Ofsted: early years

Best Start in Life Curriculum Roadshows – what does our research mean for you and what’s next? – Ofsted: early years