- evaluate objectively, be impartial and evaluate without fear or favour (e.g. Inspectorate officers must not evaluate a school that they support in any other ways
- evaluate provision in line with frameworks, National Standards or requirements
- base all evaluations on clear and robust evidence
- report honestly and clearly ensuring that judgements are fair and reliable
- carry out their work with integrity, treating all those they meet with courtesy, respect and sensitivity
- endeavour to minimise the stress on those involved in the evaluation
- act in the best interests and well-being of service users
- maintain purposeful and productive dialogue with those being evaluated, and communicate judgements clearly and frankly
- respect the confidentiality of information, particularly about individuals and their work
- respond appropriately to reasonable requests, and advise the Ministry on appropriate action safeguarding health and safety issues
- Inspectorate officers are accountable for their decisions and actions to the school and stakeholders when reporting on the school concerns
- Inspectorate officers should be as open as possible about all the decisions and actions that they take
- Inspectorate officers have to dress appropriately in a way that upholds the good reputation of the MoE and the teaching profession. Wearing thongs, sleeveless vest, revealing clothes, or clothes with offensive slogans are examples of inappropriate dress in a school environment
The new Inspectorate Model