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With Ofsted opting not to publish full responses to a consultation on its new framework, a survey by former senior inspectors offers a snapshot of what the sector really thinks

Two former senior inspectors set out why, even with Ofsted admitting that its proposals need tweaking, the watchdog’s plans will not be fit for purpose

Ofsted’s effort to try to apply social-research methods to investigating the quality of education is doomed, says Colin Richards

Progressivism in the English schools system has been smeared and rubbished for decades, but now is the time to unearth its rich legacy – and it’s not about allowing the kids to run wild, writes Colin Richards

Does scientific validity and reliability matter as much as people think when making a value judgement about a school?

Ofsted should move to an inspection system with thoughtful descriptions rather than just a grade, says Colin Richards