Ofsted Standards: Ensuring Quality and Compliance
for OOSA Members
This section offers comprehensive information on childcare regulations and the Ofsted inspection process. For specific Ofsted factsheets, refer to our summary of relevant documentation for out-of-school clubs.
When the time comes to renew your Ofsted registration, you may want to consider whether it is better for your club to be registered on both the Early Years and the Compulsory Childcare Register, or whether you should register your club on the Compulsory Childcare Register only.
This article compares the requirements for registration on the Ofsted Early Years Register and the Ofsted Childcare Register. It highlights key differences, including those between the Compulsory and Voluntary parts of the Childcare Register, following changes in regulation since 1 September 2014.
The Quick Reference Guide simplifies the 2025 Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage, focusing on safeguarding and welfare requirements for out-of-school clubs. Members can download it for free after logging in.
Statutory requirements for childcare settings on the Ofsted Childcare Register have been moved to various locations on the .GOV.UK website, making them harder to navigate.
A Quick Reference Guide for Out of School Clubs has been created, focusing only on relevant statutory requirements and excluding those for childminders or childcare on domestic premises.
Out of school clubs may be exempt from compulsory Ofsted registration if they meet specific conditions, such as limited hours or age restrictions. Some exempt clubs choose to register voluntarily, gaining benefits like government subsidies for eligible parents.
Understanding Key Legal Requirements and Ofsted Guidelines Ensuring Staff Development and Compliance for Inspection Success
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