...to read. All pupils need the same knowledge of the alphabetic code to become independent readers and spellers Extensive research shows how important teaching systematic synthetic phonics (SSP) is until...
...staff behaviour policy. This is sometimes called the code of conduct and should include, among other things: acceptable use of technologies staff/pupil relationships and communications the use of social media...
...a strict code of conduct and all inspections are carried out without bias, regardless of any refreshments offered. Staff can offer inspectors hot drinks if that is their normal visitor...
...on each inspection to make sure that the team adheres to our code of conduct. We also evaluate a sample of the evidence bases that the inspectors gather. We invite...
...who can’t read unfamiliar words accurately will need phonics teaching. Regardless of age, special educational need or background, the same knowledge of the alphabetic code and phonics skills underpins all...
...causing concern in response to the Education and Adoption Act 2016. The minor revisions made in the section 5 handbook are mainly to reflect the latest education policy. There are...
...latest inspection outcome was fair. Furthermore, over half of the respondents who teach in requires improvement or inadequate schools agreed. Given that judgement can be tough to take, this is...
...of education being provided. But we absolutely want the process to be as constructive as possible. Let us know what you think about the latest statistics in the comments section....
...her time at Ofsted, the curriculum is the real substance of education. We should be talking about it. Today, we’ve published Ofsted’s latest contribution to the discussion in the form...
...You will find the relevant report on the provider’s page. We recommend always bookmarking a provider’s page instead of their PDF inspection report, so that you always have the latest...