ISC Responses & Evidence

ISC Consultation Responses

Consultation on criteria for independent inspectorates

14 April 2008
This paper took stock of recent developments in independent school inspections and posed questions about the future development of independent school inspectorates.

New Inquiry into the National Curriculum

17 March 2008
The Children, Schools and Families Committee undertook an inquiry into the National Curriculum.

Safeguarding vulnerable groups act 2006: independent safeguarding scheme consultation

20 February 2008
The implementation of the Independent Safeguarding Authority Scheme, under the terms of the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006 will introduce a new vetting and barring system. The scheme aims to protect both children and vulnerable adults by preventing those who are known to pose a risk of harm accessing these groups through their work.