the new framework? In the final part of this series, the Pre-School
Learning Alliance's Michael Freeston breaks it down.
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Ofsted has reassured the sector that the way it inspects and the evidence it looks for 'will not change significantly', and that 'good practice remains good practice'. However, there are additional criteria, some more subtle than others, that require consideration. Most significant are the assessment of safeguarding arrangements and the quality of teaching, learning and assessment.
Safeguarding
Ofsted's aim has always been to ensure safe and secure provision for children. This commitment is reaffirmed within the new framework. Both the Inspecting Safeguarding in Early Years, Education and Skills Settings guidance, which is aimed at inspectors, and the Early Years Inspection Handbook shows that one of the key things inspectors will look for is children being protected and feeling safe.
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