What we inspect – adult learning in the community

This handbook sets out what inspectors need to consider when evaluating the three inspection areas in adult learning in the community partnerships. It explains ‘What we inspect’. The guidance is essential reading for reporting inspectors and all other members of the inspection team, including the nominee. It may also be useful for providers to support their understanding of the inspection guidance. There is a separate handbook that explains the inspection process and methodology, ‘How we inspect in adult learning in the community partnerships’.

The three inspection areas are set out below:
IA1 Teaching and learning
IA2 Well-being, care, support and guidance
IA3 Leading and improving