Ofsted Phone Call Preparation Pack
Waiting for the Ofsted phone call or wondering what it entails? Want to be prepared for when the time comes? Updated in January 2024 to be in line with the guidance in Ofsted's Schools Inspection Handbook, this pack is designed to give you an inside look into what to expect when that Ofsted phone call comes through and the questions you’re likely to be asked. With the information and resources in this pack, you can feel confident and well-prepared for your next Ofsted inspection.
Please note, you can get this resource as part of a larger pack that covers a wide range of Ofsted preparation topics: Ofsted Inspection Preparation Pack
What?
Updated for January 2024, this is a comprehensive guidance pack with accompanying templates to help you navigate what the Ofsted phone call will entail and ensure your team is prepared for an upcoming inspection. From the pre-inspection call to the moment the inspectors arrive (and everything in between!) this pack will provide you with hints and tips as to what might be useful for you to do, say and have at hand as that phone rings.
Throughout the pack, we’ll explain concepts, guide your thinking and provide scaffolds if you need them so you can focus on adapting everything to the needs of your pupils and staff, allowing you to be confident and well-prepared for when that call comes through.
Who?
Headteachers, deputy headteachers, assistant headteachers and members of the senior leadership team wishing to develop their understanding of what the pre-inspection phone call with Ofsted involves and their role in supporting the process to run smoothly.
How long?
Utilise this pack and the accompanying templates at your own pace, or even share it among your senior leadership team. We’ve split the pack into digestible chunks with you in mind.
When?
Start as soon as you’ve downloaded the pack or at any time to suit your school demands and workload. Handy if you know you’re in the ‘Ofsted window’ and due an inspection, but also useful if you’re wondering what’s involved so you feel prepared for when that time comes.
Why?Ofsted is spoken about at great length, but we often don’t know what to expect until we are in the moment. This pack helps to break away from the myths and rumours and focuses on what will really take place, allowing you to prepare for an Ofsted inspection at your own pace.
Key questions answered:
- How can I prepare for the Ofsted phone call?
- What documents do I need to have to-hand for the Ofsted phone call?
- What can I expect when Ofsted first call?
- What should I do following the first administrative Ofsted phone call?
- What can I expect during the call with the Ofsted lead inspector?
- What questions will Ofsted ask when they call?
- When is the right time to inform staff and pupils about an Ofsted inspection?
- How can I keep the team calm and motivated for Ofsted?
