Written question WQ87888

In June 2022, I published school improvement guidance to introduce a new way for the education system to work together to support schools in their improvement, build confidence in the system and retain a clear focus on supporting all learners to progress through their education.

Estyn has a key role to play in supporting this vision.

Estyn’s new approach to inspection includes a move away from summative judgements in inspection reports to focus more on strengths and areas for improvement. There is also greater flexibility in the framework to consider the context of each setting. Professional dialogue is at the heart of the inspection process.

I understand from the Chief Inspector that the new inspection approach for schools has been positively received.

I know that Estyn will continue to engage with partners across the education system as they develop their inspection framework.