Be Part of the Fellowship

Whether you’re an Employer Provider, Independent Training Provider, College, University, Specialist College, Local Authority, or any organisation delivering government funded learning, the Fellowship of Inspection Nominees (FIN) is here to support you.

Join a growing network of post-16 education providers and unlock powerful benefits designed to help you meet and exceed the expectations of Ofsted’s new inspection framework.

Choose the Membership That’s Right for You
Click the link below to view all our membership options and find the right one for you.

What You Will Get with FIN Membership

Specialist Support When You Need It Most
Confidential, remote guidance from former and current inspectors and senior sector experts. Whether it’s Ofsted inspection preparation, inspection nominee support, SAR development, or DfE funding compliance, we’re here when it matters most.

Exclusive Members-Only Resource Library
24/7 access to a comprehensive library of practical, EIF-aligned resources to support inspection readiness, quality assurance, and compliance. This includes SAR and QIP templates, DfE funding compliance resources, safeguarding tools, curriculum planning frameworks, and other ready-to-use materials designed for further education and higher education providers.

Discounted CPD Training
Enjoy member-only pricing on CPD training, webinars, and masterclasses covering Ofsted nominee training, governance, DfE funding compliance, curriculum intent, leadership, and a wide range of sector-specific topics aligned to the Education Inspection Framework (EIF).

Free Network Meetings & Working Groups

Attend regular virtual network meetings and working groups with providers from across the country. Share best practice, explore inspection and compliance challenges, stay informed on Ofsted updates and funding requirements, and strengthen your professional network, all at no additional cost.

Sector updates

Monthly Inspection Insights
Get exclusive inspection analysis every month, based on real-time data from across the sector. Understand the latest trends, emerging focus areas, and how inspectors are applying the new framework.

SAR or Post-Inspection Review
All new members receive a confidential expert review of either their Self-Assessment Report (SAR) or Post-Inspection Action Plan, complete with written and verbal feedback to support targeted improvements.

Ready To Join?

Choose the membership that suits your provision and take the next step towards inspection confidence and long term quality improvement.

Who we work with

We achieved Grade 2 at inspection FIN were on the phone with us day and night, answering questions and giving us sound advice, we can’t thank them enough.

Umbrella Training

The support that you get from other nominees is invaluable. The resources are current and useful, and you feel part of a wider, if very niche, community!

Watertrain

Level of engagement is our own choice, can dip in and out depending on what else is happening in the business. Resources are excellent and are our first port of call when looking for something to bridge a gap in knowledge or resolve a problem.

Futures Group

Fin not only provides some great resources but also access to networking groups which allows you to share ideas and learning. Fin is a great resource for any provider looking for support for their nominee or their entire business.

Remit Group

Unparalleled support and resources

The Growth Company

FIN has changed my life for the better. Every resource that I have utilised and working group/training that I have attended has allowed me to come away and immediately implement a valuable resource and/or process into our provision.

Pareto Law

The level of knowledge and experience in regards to Ofsted and the EIF is second to none

National Grid

Focus on what matters, not what impresses – inspectors have seen everything. Show them what makes your provision unique, let it shine, and be persistent but professional.