Policy

The former inspectors behind the Alternative Big Listen survey are now asking for input from the sector on how Ofsted can, once again, try to improve its approach to inspection

We’ve had a change in government since sweeping reforms to the SEND system were set out earlier this year. Where does that leave the plans?

The Teaching Supply Alliance aims to give schools a ‘one-stop’ overview of research and policy reports on how to best recruit, retain and develop teachers

School inspection has lost sight of the principles behind its last fundamental reform – but there could be a way back, argues Adrian Lyons, former HMI and Ofsted national subject lead

Sir Ian Bauckham tells the Confederation of School Trusts’ annual conference that ‘outsourcing’ student thinking to AI is an ‘assault’ on human potential

New complaints service will be able to make recommendations about grading to Ofsted’s chief inspector

School leaders voice frustration as delay to consultation on study and subject content confirmed

Tes investigation reveals just 5 per cent of schools are graded by Ofsted as having both strengths and weaknesses, despite the watchdog’s initial claim that report cards would provide more granular insight

Scheme risks giving pupils ‘unnecessary’ second breakfast – but can also improve attainment and behaviour, research finds

Multi-academy trusts share how they are using artificial intelligence to support staff working with children who have special educational needs

The school leaders’ union becomes the third union to state that it has no confidence in Ofsted’s leadership, saying that reform of inspection has been ‘dishonest’

Education secretary also reiterates the ‘need for change’ with Ofsted inspections, saying school leaders are being ‘penalised or downgraded for doing the right thing for their children’