School Standards and Framework Act 1998: Adherence (Hansard, 4 July 2000)

HL Deb 04 July 2000 vol 614 c127WA 127WA

§ Baroness David
asked Her Majesty's Government:
What action has been taken to ensure that Section 131 of the School Standards and Framework Act 1998 is complied with—

(a) by all independent schools, day and boarding; and

(b) by all those working in nursery education as defined by the Act. [HL3069]

§ The Minister of State, Department for Education and Employment (Baroness Blackstone)
It is the responsibility of Ofsted, in the case of independent schools, and local education authorities, in the case of nursery education providers, to ensure that the law is adhered to.