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Initial teacher education inspections: frequently asked questions
Date: 2026
Author/s: Ofsted
Keywords: Ofsted, inspection, framework, initial teacher education

Summary:

This blog from February 2026 presents Ofsted’s responses to frequently asked questions from initial teacher education providers following the publication of the new Ofsted inspection framework that was published in 2025. It includes a link to a short video explaining the 4-year inspection cycle for initial teacher education.

Reference: Ofsted (2026). Initial teacher education inspections: frequently asked questions. GOV.UK
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