The British Government has a voluntary inspection scheme for overseas schools. This ensures schools provide their pupils with the skills and qualifications they need to enter or re-enter the British education system. The scheme helps to inform parents about how the standards in these schools measure up against the standards that apply to independent schools in England. All accredited British schools overseas must meet a wide range of standards that cover every aspect of education – from facilities to health and safety and the quality of education provided itself. Approved inspectorates use these standards when they inspect schools. To become accredited, you must have an inspection every 3 years which shows that your performance against all the standards is at least satisfactory.