We maintain the strictest levels of confidentially throughout all our consultancy projects with schools & colleges especially concerning those judged as Ofsted inadequate or in Special Measures.
Testimonials or references from schools we have successfully supported through this process with Ofsted & the DfE are available on request
JMC Inspection Team
Post Ofsted Support for Schools, Colleges & other Educational Providers graded as ‘category of concern’
Has your school been placed in a Category of Concern under Ofsted’s 2025 framework?
JMC INSET’s expert team—featuring former HMI, Ofsted subject leads, and MAT directors—offers confidential, targeted support to help you respond swiftly and effectively. From mock inspections and safeguarding audits to strategic action planning, we’ll guide your school toward measurable improvement and inspection readiness.
🔍 What we offer for schools in a ‘ category of concern’:
- Post-Ofsted action planning aligned to the new grading scale
- Termly monitoring inspection preparation
- Leadership coaching and curriculum reviews
- Safeguarding compliance and whistleblowing support
Our Specialist Support Team
- JMC’s team includes:
- Former Senior HMI
- Ofsted National Subject Leads
- Local Authority Improvement Advisors
- Education Directors from MATs
- This ensures high-level expertise and credibility in turnaround strategies.
What happens your School , Academy or College placed into a ‘category of concern’?
Under the 2025 framework, schools receive a detailed report card covering key areas such as safeguarding, curriculum, inclusion, and leadership. Each area is graded individually, allowing for a more nuanced understanding of strengths and areas for improvement.
New ‘categories of concern’ will trigger monitoring inspections
A school will be placed into a ‘category of concern’ if:
- It receives a judgement of ‘urgent improvement’ in any area, or
- Safeguarding has been graded ‘not met’
The categories of concern are:
- Special measures: if leadership and governance is also graded ‘urgent improvement’
- Requires significant improvement: if leadership and governance is not graded ‘urgent improvement’
🛠️ Ways JMC Can Support Schools Graded as Urgent Improvement
Post-Ofsted Action Planning & Consultancy
- JMC provides targeted action planning aligned with Ofsted’s new grading scale.
- Their consultants help schools move from “Urgent Improvement” or “Needs Attention” toward “Expected” or “Strong Standard” outcomes.
- Support includes:
- Evidence preparation for monitoring inspections
- Strategic improvement plans
- Staff coaching and mentoring
Mock Inspections
- JMC offers mock Ofsted inspections tailored to the 2025 framework.
- These simulate real inspection conditions and provide detailed feedback on:
- Curriculum delivery
- Leadership and governance
- Safeguarding compliance
- Inclusion and SEND provision
School Improvement Reviews & Audits
- Full school improvement reviews or targeted departmental reviews are available.
- These help identify systemic issues and provide actionable recommendations.
- Reviews can focus on:
Safeguarding & Compliance Training
- For schools graded “not met” in safeguarding, JMC offers:
Leadership Development & Coaching
- Executive coaching for SLT and middle leaders to build capacity and resilience.
- Focus on:
- Strategic leadership
- Inspection readiness
- Evidence-informed decision-making
Please talk to one of our team to help you build your bespoke package
📈 Ready to move from ‘Urgent Improvement’ to ‘Strong Standard’?
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📞 Or contact us directly to build your bespoke recovery plan.
📧 Email us at enquiries@jmcinset.com