Tag: Ofsted
Autumn Term visits will not be inspections, says Ofsted
In September, many schools will be opening again for the first time since March 20th. Schools have adapted in various ways to the closures,...
What’s going on with SEN law?
Broken deadlines and spiralling complaints are not what the SEN reforms were meant to deliver, write Ed Duff and Laura Carr
Ofsted announces major changes to inspections
Her Majesty’s Chief Inspector Sir Michael Wilshaw has confirmed the biggest changes to education inspections since the inception of Ofsted more than two decades...
Schools must improve, says Ofsted
The gap in performance between primary schools and secondary schools in England is widening, according to the Chief Inspector of Ofsted.
Launching his third Annual...
Ofsted starts no notice behaviour inspections
The Chief Inspector of Ofsted has initiated a rolling programme of unannounced visits to schools where standards of behaviour are giving cause for concern.
Sir...
Care of looked-after kids needs improvement
Independent reviewing officers are not making enough of a positive impact on the quality of care planning and outcomes for looked after children and...
Ofsted calls for action on missing kids
Urgent action is needed to keep track of children who go missing, says Ofsted’s Chief Inspector.
Launching his Missing Children report in February, Sir Michael...
Education depends on strong leadership
Effective leadership at all levels of the education system is crucial if England is to have a “world class education and skills system”, says...
Ofsted guide to supporting deaf children
Ofsted has produced a guide to best practice in services supporting deaf children. It highlights the importance of access to well-coordinated support across a...
