General

Following the introduction of a new Ofsted system for inspecting schools, and recent updates to its inspection toolkits, Tes takes a look at the watchdog’s exact remit

We need to see key stage 3 as a key intervention point that is reactive to the critical period of early adolescence, argues Becks Boomer-Clark

Telling pupils in coastal communities that school is a springboard to ‘escape’ is a harmful message that deprives these towns of the very people they need to thrive, says head Hannah Carter

Researchers at the BrainWaves conference last week summarised a range of studies that tell us more about adolescent wellbeing, and how schools might be able to support young people’s mental health

Despite recent high-profile problems with traditional pen-and-paper exams, the CEO of England’s biggest exam board tells Tes that there should be more urgency in introducing on-screen assessment

Teachers and leaders to be polled on action as findings reveal anger over next year’s 3.5 per cent pay award

A recent DfE roundtable discussion brought together representatives from five countries to share their experiences of SEND reform. Ellie Harris and Loic Menzies explain some of the key takeaways

As the number of young people who are Neet continues to cause concern, Ark’s Sarah Taunton explains how her trust has redesigned its careers provision in line with the updated guidance

Exam board’s managing director, in an exclusive Tes interview, says that despite a complaint being upheld by Ofqual and pressure from Tories, it cannot award marks for ‘incorrect answers’

DfE consulting on plans to give schools more upfront funding for SEND provision, but also raise the £6,000 per pupil threshold for applying for top-up cash

Patrick Wall will lead the Ark Schools multi-academy trust and Katie Oliver will be CEO of the organisation’s charitable arm

DfE announces delay to the sports partnership network that will replace the PE and sport premium, but says primary schools will receive more transitional funding