General
Wednesday
23rd Apr 2025
Ofsted’s inspection changes should be thrown out
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
3 ways to tackle the rise in complaints against schools
A MAT director explains the changes that need to be made to protect schools from the rising number of parent complaints, especially those that cross the line
Tuesday
22nd Apr 2025
Cuts to Scottish student teacher targets expected
An excess of around 1,000 primary teachers has been trained since 2016-17, according to an official report
Matt Wrack confirmed as NASUWT general secretary
The former general secretary of the Fire Brigades Union will succeed Dr Patrick Roach
How can we teach students to be hopeful in today’s troubled world?
The world can feel like a hopeless place at the moment, but we owe it to our students to give them the same sense of optimism that we had when we were at school, says Mark Enser
Ofsted report cards ‘unfit for purpose’, finds ‘alternative’ consultation
Ofsted’s proposed changes to school inspection have been rejected by most of those who took part in a poll launched by two former inspectors
Report card grading ‘needs simplifying’, admits Ofsted
Ofsted outlines potential changes to its controversial school inspection plans
Ofsted: We know we need to improve our inspection plans
With Ofsted’s consultation on its proposed changes to school inspection coming to an end, the watchdog’s director of strategy and engagement outlines its key insights so far – and how it is adapting its plans as a result
CST: 5 ways Ofsted should rethink its inspection plans
The deputy CEO of the Confederation of School Trusts reveals the key recommendations in its response to Ofsted’s consultation on proposed changes to inspections