Is your school website fully compliant with the Department for Education (DfE) statutory website requirements and Ofsted expectations? Every maintained school, academy, and college must publish specific information online across 14 key areas – from admissions and policies to governance, finance, and curriculum. Missing even one detail can leave your school exposed during inspection.

This free step-by-step guide helps headteachers, school business managers, governors, and trust leaders stay inspection-ready. We translate complex government guidance into clear, practical actions so you can check and update your website with confidence.

For each of the 14 compliance areas, we have produced:

• Video Walkthroughs – quick visual guides showing exactly what to publish and where.

• Plain-English Explanations – simple summaries that remove jargon and clarify each requirement.

• Checklists – easy-to-use checklists to track progress and guarantee full coverage.

Whether you’re preparing for an Ofsted visit or simply want peace of mind, this resource will save you time and reduce stress. Use our guide to ensure your school website is professional, compliant, and inspection-ready.

Scroll down to explore all 14 compliance areas and start your compliance journey today.