Inspection
The Statutory Inspection of Anglican Schools (SIAS or Section 48) takes place once every three years. From September 2008, schools which have been inspected once under the present Framework will receive their SIAS inspection within two or three days of the Ofsted inspection unless they request the two to take place concurrently.
SIAS inspection makes a judgement on how distinctive and effective church schools are by evaluating:
- how far the school, through its distinctive Christian character, meets the needs of all learners;
- what is the impact of collective worship on the school community;
- how effective is religious education;
- how effective are the leadership and management of the school as a church school.
Inspection is based on verification of schools’ own self-evaluation as set out in the SEF and, where available, a church school self-evaluation toolkit. Further details are in the school improvement section.
Schools informed of their Ofsted inspection should contact John Wilson.
Useful links
The National Society self-evaluation toolkit
The National Society Framework for inspection and self-evaluation of Church of England schools
