English, maths and history are among the most common subjects for Ofsted deep dives, new data from the watchdog reveals.
Music, computing and design and technology were among the least likely to be scrutinised by inspectors.
Under the education inspection framework – which places a greater focus on curriculum – inspectors carry out ‘deep dives’ into a sample of subjects to interrogate a school’s curriculum.
This involve gathering evidence on curriculum intent, implementation and impact through talking to leaders, conducting visits to lessons and looking at pupils’ work.
