Our review of the area SEND inspection framework

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Through the Big Listen, children, parents, carers and professionals told us that the special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) system is ‘broken’. Families shared heartbreaking stories of their fight to get the right support. Frustrated professionals told us that they …

The challenges of teacher recruitment and retention in England

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Building a better understanding of the characteristics of those most likely to become and stay teachers. The aim is to inform recruitment and retention strategies and the development of a diverse workforce that mirrors the population it serves.

Tips and insights for applying to the Online Education Accreditation Scheme

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A year has passed since the Department for Education (DfE) launched the Online Education Accreditation Scheme (OEAS). The scheme provides a route for providers of full-time online education to apply to the DfE for accreditation. In this blog, we’ll provide …