Sir Martyn Oliver Takes Over as Chief Inspector of Ofsted

Sir Martyn Oliver will embark on a Big Listen with all sectors Ofsted inspects and regulates at the start of his tenure as His Majesty’s Chief Inspector of Education, Children’s Services and Skills. He plans to focus on improving Ofsted's approach to inspection and regulation, incorporating mental health awareness training for inspectors, and addressing the criticism following the coroner's inquest into the tragic death of Ruth Perry. After delaying routine school inspections until training is completed, Sir Martyn has prioritized listening to the family of Ruth Perry and the sector to guide Ofsted's response. He aims to lead a long-term response that sees Ofsted as a more integrated part of the system, rather than a separate entity. This is a critical move to transform the public perception of Ofsted and rebuild the regulator’s reputation.