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Policy expert says some schools apply the ‘B code’ to avoid getting ‘caught out’ on managed moves as children’s commissioner warns of ‘inconsistency’ in how the code is used

In a break from usual Ofsted convention, some schools will be told on Friday that they will be inspected on Monday, prompting concern for staff wellbeing

First education secretary in 16 years to turn down speaking at ASCL event as she ‘hopes to be in pay talks’ with striking NEU leaders

Government can’t ‘walk away’ from responsibility for ensuring schools are able to meet new standards, warn heads’ leaders

Ministers set out plans for SEND reform but many key proposals will not start to be rolled out until 2025

The department will also announce new special school places as part of its long-awaited response to the SEND review today