Further memorandum from the Adult Learning
Inspectorate
The Chairman asked for a short note in response
to (Q587). Inspectors use a five-point grading scale when judging
the quality of provision and a slightly extended scale when judging
the quality of teaching and learning: grade 1 is outstanding,
grade 2 is good, grade 3 is satisfactory, grade 4 is unsatisfactory
and grade 5 is poor. Inspectors spend considerable time on inspection
debating both the evidence and the quality of provision when awarding
grades. It is the professional debate which leads to consensus
from an inspection team on the grade to award. Grades are initially
moderated by the lead inspector and then by an inspection manager.
Inspectors are trained and regularly assessed to identify they
are making accurate judgements and appropriate grades. Inspectors
on the Duty of Care Survey will be following this process but
will not be awarding grades.
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