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Visits to schools will also test whether different inspectors reach the same judgement about strengths and areas of improvement

Ofsted’s proposals refer to a graduated teaching approach, which could be the engine to drive inclusive school improvement if implemented effectively, says Margaret Mulholland

Watchdog report highlights impact of ‘affordability pressures’ on number of bonuses paid last year

Ofsted’s Lee Owston writes for Tes to outline why the inspectorate is confident its new framework proposals offer the best model for parents, pupils and professionals

In response to a school leaders’ union producing a template response to the Ofsted consultation, the watchdog says it wants to hear the views of individuals instead

The Headteachers’ Roundtable has also expressed concerns that inclusion and SEND are ‘afterthoughts’ in Ofsted’s proposed inspection framework

Chief inspector Sir Martyn Oliver warns pupils can be ‘dysregulated’ after long summer break

If we want to change perceptions of teaching then real change is needed – from pay to professional respect, says the NAHT’s James Bowen

Whatever shape Ofsted’s report cards end up taking, we need to be confident that the judgements are reliable says CST’s deputy chief executive Steve Rollett

Here are seven key questions about the Department for Education’s new RISE teams – and what we know so far

Headteachers’ leaders warn DfE plans could see schools academised or rebrokered despite showing improvement across multiple areas

Teacher Tapp polling for Tes reveals that six in ten senior leaders believe Ofsted is proposing to inspect too many areas in its report card plans