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We're seeking views on changes to Ofsted fees for children's social care providers and a minimum inspection frequency for secure 16 to 19 academies.
First published during the 2022 to 2024 Sunak Conservative government
If you think a child or young person is at risk or being abused or neglected, contact the children’s social care team at their local council.
Tool to help organisations applying for the Civil Society Challenge Fund carry out a self-audit to meet standards on making children safe.
Putting people first: tackling sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and sexual harassment in the aid sector.
The chair of the Character Advisory Group, Ian Bauckham, is seeking views on the development of character and resilience in young people.
First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government
This report looks at how to make use of the environment to improve young people's resilience, responsibility and employment chances.
The findings will include data looking at differences between 2017 survey and the follow-ups conducted during lockdown in 2021 (and 2020 where possible) on the following topics: 1. Mental Health of Children and Young People in 2021 based on Strengths...
DBS is marking Safeguarding Adults Week to highlight its critical role in helping keep vulnerable adults in the care sector safe.
A summary of findings from our joint targeted area inspections (JTAIs) of how multi-agency partnerships respond to child exploitation.
Academic paper prepared by University College London (UCL) for SAGE.
Independent report by Josh MacAlister looking at the needs, experiences and outcomes of the children supported by social care.
Guidance for sponsors about applications to Homes for Ukraine for children who are not travelling with or joining their parent or legal guardian.
First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government
Ofsted is the Office for Standards in Education, Children’s Services and Skills. We inspect services providing education and skills for learners of all ages. We also inspect and regulate services that care for children and young people.
Child Safeguarding Practice Review Panel paper about bruising to children.
What children and young people have told us about their experiences of living in children’s homes or with foster carers and staying at residential special schools or boarding schools.
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