Ofsted HMCI Sir Michael Wilshaw launches new inspection framework from September 2015
A summary of the latest updates to the Ofsted inspection framework.
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SSAT’s national survey of school leaders
Bill Watkin, Operational Director SSAT, writes… Following the announcement by Nick Gibb, minister of state for school reform, on 11 June, that the government was committed to honouring its manifesto pledge to require pupils to study the EBacc, SSAT, the
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Coaching staff and students to deepen understanding of the process of learning
Vice Principal Sue Bill with insight into a culture of coaching for staff & students that engages with learners at all levels to deepen their understanding.
Using cooperative learning to close the gap
Jude Wallis, Teaching and Learning Coordinator and Marie Lanaghan, Assistant Headteacher on the successes at St Anthony’s Girls’ Catholic Academy.
Principled approaches to curriculum in a time of rapid change
SSAT Head of Innovation Caroline Barlow explores the inspirational approaches of schools at KS3, featured in our Redesigning Schooling in Action series.
The English Baccalaureate and Progress 8. All clear now?
Bill Watkin explores the changes to secondary school accountability measures and highlights key developments regarding the Ebacc and progress 8.
How English can improve communication skills across the school
Headteacher Peter Thomas & strategic lead for English Natalie Rock give insight into how they have used English to improve students’ communication skills.
Special measures to outstanding in 3½ years… then the really hard work started
Principal George McMillan gives insight into the incredible transformation of Harris Academy Greenwich from special measures to outstanding in 3.5 years.
‘This is not a silver bullet’: making consistency happen
David Lowbridge and Alex Turner give an insight into Barr Beacon School’s transformation from Ofsted ‘notice to improve’ to ‘outstanding’ in 7 years.
Vic Goddard’s letter to the Secretary of State – a response by Sue Williamson
A response from SSAT Chief Executive Sue Williamson to Vic Goddard’s letter, sent Wednesday 27 May 2015 to Secretary of State for Education Nicky Morgan.
