This section provides information for local authorities. To view published reports see local authority assessment reports.
Before we assess
An introduction to our assessments
Our assessment approach and the Secretary of State's objective and priorities
Information return
Guidance on the information we ask for at the start of an assessment
Self-assessment
How to complete a self-assessment and how we use it
The assessment process
How we assess
How we carry out and gather evidence for comprehensive and focused assessments
Assurance meetings
What to expect from assurance meetings
How we determine ratings
How we calculate scores and overall ratings, including indicators
Assessment framework
The framework we use to assess local authorities, including rating characteristics
After we assess
How we report and share information
How we share, report and publish information for comprehensive and focused assessments
Local authority assessment reports
View our published reports
Factual accuracy process
Guidance on the factual accuracy process
Promotional graphics for local authorities
How to use our graphics for promoting a good or outstanding rating