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11 April 2026

The FE Week Podcast: Ofsted in the spotlight

Come and inspect the inspectorate with The FE Week Podcast! Education journalist Jess Staufenberg speaks to former inspectors, current HMIs, FE providers and staff about the role and relationship of Ofsted in FE. What is its history in the sector? How does Ofsted improve FE? What could be improved about Ofsted? Tune in to episode […]
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Come and inspect the inspectorate with The FE Week Podcast!

Education journalist Jess Staufenberg speaks to former inspectors, current HMIs, FE providers and staff about the role and relationship of Ofsted in FE.

What is its history in the sector?


How does Ofsted improve FE?


What could be improved about Ofsted?

Tune in to episode 5 here, and follow us:

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