165EYFS assessments regulatory framework
(1)Ofqual must prepare and publish a document (“the EYFS assessments regulatory framework”) which—
(a)contains a description of how Ofqual intends to perform its function under section 161(2), and
(b)gives guidance to EYFS responsible bodies about the performance of their functions in relation to EYFS assessment arrangements.
(2)Ofqual—
(a)may revise the EYFS assessments regulatory framework, and
(b)if it does so, it must publish the revised version.
(3)Before publishing the EYFS assessments regulatory framework or a revised version of it, Ofqual must consult—
(a)the Secretary of State, and
(b)such EYFS responsible bodies and other persons as it considers appropriate.
(4)An EYFS responsible body must have regard to the EYFS assessments regulatory framework in performing its functions in relation to EYFS assessment arrangements.