Ofsted's review of sexual abuse in schools and colleges
On 7th April 2021, Ofsted published plans to review safeguarding policies and practices relating to sexual abuse in state and independent schools and colleges.
It will seek to find out whether schools and colleges have appropriate safeguarding processes in place. It will also consider whether current guidance is understood by schools and colleges, and whether it is sufficient to help them respond effectively to allegations.

They will visit a sample of schools and colleges where cases have been highlighted. They will look at how well systems of support and response are working, and discuss the wider issues raised by the evidence.

The review will look at whether schools and colleges need further support in teaching about sex and relationships, and whether current inspection regimes in state and private schools are robust enough around the issue of sexual abuse.

The review is aimed to conclude by the end of May 2021.