ASCL and NEU to support NAHT in legal action against Ofsted A judicial review claim was filed in May, warning the new inspection framework will ‘only increase high-stakes accountability and pressure’
DfE to tackle ‘contested and outdated theories’ in FE teacher training Call for evidence launched to ‘establish a baseline of appropriate, evidence-based pedagogical content’
Thriving providers are the ones who’ve stopped performing for Ofsted Too many providers let data sit in dashboards instead of using it to shape strategy. National Grid’s forensic, forward-looking use of information shows how inspection confidence grows from evidence-led improvement, not compliance paperwork
Ofsted reforms ‘the most sensible’ way forward, Oliver tells MPs Chief inspector also praises watchdog’s ‘more human’ complaints process but admits to ‘concern’ over union tension
ASCL drops Ofsted inspector threat – but mulls legal action Union shelves plan to ask leaders to step down as inspectors – but says it has ‘resolved to explore legal action’ instead
ASCL joins Ofsted preparation ‘cottage industry’ it once criticised Watchdog urges leaders not to ‘spend limited resources’ on preparing for inspection after union launches paid-for webinars
‘Inadequate’ apprenticeship provider accuses Ofsted of creating ‘state of fear’ The firm unsuccessfully contested the rating
Report cards: Q&A with Ofsted national director Lee Owston One of Ofsted’s most senior officials speaks about FE’s new inspection regime, a month before it comes into force
Ofsted launches search for new post-16 and skills boss Permanent replacement for Paul Joyce will join watchdog after inspection reform rollout