Ofsted has today confirmed the formal closure of the expert reference groups set up to support the development of the renewed education inspection framework
The 7 external groups were established in 2024 to bring together expert voices from across the sector to help shape and strengthen Ofsted’s policy development.
As inspections under the framework began last November, most of the reference groups have already reached their natural conclusion. The one exception is the group advising on the wellbeing of leaders and staff, which will remain operational in line with Ofsted’s continuing, long-term commitment to monitor the impact of inspection on education professionals.
Sir Martyn Oliver has written to each of the group members to thank them for their contribution. He said:
While the expert groups will no longer meet, Ofsted’s commitment to listening to and working with sector representatives will continue in the months and years ahead.
Notes to Editors
1. The 6 external reference groups closing are:
2. The groups’ responsibilities were to:
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