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Why some schools excel against the odds where others struggles

Twelve outstanding secondary schools - Excelling against the odds showcases schools in challenging circumstances that have been rated as 'outstanding' in at least two inspections and examines the elements that have created this success.

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Good practice report for arts and media college courses

Identifying good practice: a survey of college provision in arts and media and its DVD from Ofsted showcases the best arts and media provision in colleges, placing an emphasis on creativity and innovation to equip today’s students with the skills to succeed.

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New local authority's assessment framework launched

The framework for the new Comprehensive Area Assessment (CAA) system has been published. CAA provides a new way of assessing how effective and efficient local public bodies are and how they are working together to tackle local priorities.

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Sharing good practice to drive improvement

Since April 2008, Ofsted has published more than 30 survey reports highlighting aspects of good practice across a broad range of topics. We welcome your views about how we share good practice with you.

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Measuring progress with the learner achievement tracker value-added measure

This statistical software can be used to measure students' progress on graded level 3 qualifications. This consultation seeks views on its use in school sixth form and college performance reports.

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What we do

We inspect and regulate to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages.

The new Ofsted brings together the wide experience of four inspectorates to make a greater difference for every child, and for all young people and adult learners, in England. Their educational, economic and social well-being will promote our success as a country.

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Annual Report 2007/08

The report covers the first full year of Ofsted’s wider remit.

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Outstanding providers 2007/08

The list of providers judged to be outstanding following an inspection in 2007/08 is now live. You can view the new list on the link below.

The Outstanding providers list

Early Years: Leading to Excellence

Ofsted's latest report on early years and childcare focuses on leadership and management.

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Ofsted News

Find out the latest about inspection in our free online magazine.

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