Transparency data: Ofsted pen portraits of HM Inspectors (HMI)

Ofsted, the United Kingdom's education regulator, has published "pen portraits" providing biographical summaries of individual HM Inspectors (HMI). These profiles detail the experience and expertise of the inspectors involved in its oversight activities.

Why it matters

The publication of inspector profiles enhances transparency and public understanding of the expertise deployed in regulatory oversight. This can contribute to building trust in the assessment and assurance processes of the regulatory body, allowing stakeholders to understand the background of those evaluating performance.

Key insights

• Ofsted publishes biographical summaries for its HM Inspectors (HMI).
• These summaries are referred to as 'pen portraits'.
• The pen portraits outline individual inspectors' experience and expertise.

Source

Ofsted — https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/ofsted-pen-portraits-of-hm-inspectors-hmi