...appearance of precision but is in fact not perfectly valid or reliable, for many reasons. For one thing, exams can generally only test pupils on a small sample of what...
...take context into account when making judgements. For example, inspection outcomes show that schools with deprived intakes are more likely to be judged outstanding for the effectiveness of leadership and...
...reality is that it often is. As a result, children not being able to take part in, for example, live lessons has been a problem for some families – although...
...with a thank you – to schools, colleges and other providers – for all you’ve done for children over the last year and a half, and for what you’re still...
...pupils being placed for a few weeks, others for longer, and some permanently pupils with gaps in their knowledge insufficient information about a pupil being provided before they arrive pupils...
...process is creating some practical challenges - both for schools and for our contracted Ofsted Inspectors (OIs), who are typically busy school leaders themselves. Some school leaders who have undergone...
...40 children: Once we’d been greeted by the headteacher and introduced ourselves to staff, both inspectors met with staff responsible for the 3 subjects that were the focus for our...
...untapped talent, and make sure we have a workforce fit for the future. In September, the government announced that Ofsted would assume responsibility for inspecting apprenticeships at all levels, including...
...have enough detail for the inspector to be able to understand the overall concerns that have been identified and the support and help that is in place for children. The...
...awarded itself in its self-evaluation form (SEF). Fact Completing self-evaluation forms are not compulsory, but where they are made available, they will not determine Ofsted’s overall judgement of the setting....