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Commons · Question 88138 · Tabled 4 Nov 2025 · Department for Education · Official record

Answered 11 Nov 2025

Question

Asked by Vikki Slade

To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what steps her Department is taking to ensure that Ofsted inspections are carried out in accordance with standardised procedures across childcare settings.

Answer

Answered by Olivia Bailey, 11 Nov 2025

From 10 November 2025, Ofsted report cards will be introduced across all education remits Ofsted inspects, including early years. We need all inspections to be high-quality, consistent and conducted with the highest levels of professionalism. That is what...