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Area SEND framework: findings from the first 2 years of inspections
This report aims to inform future improvements to the special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) system by highlighting examples of effective practice and identifying where there are national systemic issues.
The report shares findings from the first 2 years of inspections under the current area SEND inspection framework.
Following a consultation in 2022, Ofsted and the Care Quality Commission introduced a new area SEND inspection framework in 2023.
This report shares the findings from a review of the framework that we did in 2025. It details the feedback we received from stakeholders about area SEND inspections, and the actions that we will take in response.
We also assessed the potential impact of these changes on equality, diversity and inclusion.
