What we inspect – further education

This handbook sets out what inspectors need to consider when evaluating the three inspection areas in Further Education (FE). 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 helpful for anyone who wants to better understand our approach to inspection. There is a separate handbook entitled ‘How we inspect’ that explains the inspection process and methodology.

The three inspection areas are set out below:

IA1 – Teaching and learning
IA2 – Well-being, care, support and guidance
IA3 – Leading and improving