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A blog- reflecting on Ofsted’s Inclusion criteria and the realities around SEND provision. oldprimaryhead.com/2025/09/30/c...
Challenges in SEND: Accountability vs Actual Needs
After three decades in education, 22 of those as a headteacher I’ve seen trends rise, fall, and occasionally come back with a new hat. But SEND has morphed from a challenge into a full-blown daily …
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From the latest blog by @oldprimaryhead.bsky.social .“They juggle safeguarding, behaviour, home-school relationships, parenting, expectations, perceptions... Even if we gave our SENCos demi-god powers, they’d still need Sunday afternoon to catch up.“ and if you are a Head as well …
A blog- reflecting on Ofsted’s Inclusion criteria and the realities around SEND provision. oldprimaryhead.com/2025/09/30/c...
Challenges in SEND: Accountability vs Actual Needs
After three decades in education, 22 of those as a headteacher I’ve seen trends rise, fall, and occasionally come back with a new hat. But SEND has morphed from a challenge into a full-blown daily …
oldprimaryhead.com
Delighted that @headsroundtable.bsky.social and @headrestuk.bsky.social have published a joint open letter regarding the proposed peerage for Amanda Spielman. headteachersroundtable.wordpress.com/2025/03/31/j...
Joint Headrest and HTRT Letter to Chair of House of Lords Appointments Commission re proposed peerage for Amanda Spielman.
31 March 2025 Dear Baroness Deech There has been substantial media coverage regarding the proposed peerage to be awarded to Amanda Spielman, the former Ofsted Chief Inspector. If these reports are …
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The next stage of the Curriculum and Assessment Review will look to create a more inclusive and fair system, address subject-specific challenges, and assess available pathways beyond GCSEs. Find out more ➡️ www.gov.uk/government/p...
Curriculum and Assessment Review: interim report
An independent review of the curriculum and assessment system in England, with statistical analysis.
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This is a hugely positive step forward and is so welcomed; a wise and inclusive approach to managing a significant brief that gives some much-needed clarity and purpose and our work. Please do take the time to read and share.
Becky Francis@beckyfrancis.bsky.social · 2y agoThe next stage of the Curriculum and Assessment Review will look to create a more inclusive and fair system, address subject-specific challenges, and assess available pathways beyond GCSEs. Find out more ➡️ www.gov.uk/government/p...
The reality of the workload & anxiety induced by Ofsted is exposed in the pressure already being applied to school leaders. If there is genuine intention to reduce & work in partnership with school leaders this reality has to be acknowledged and addressed. #ASCL2025 www.tes.com/magazine/new...
Consultants selling training on new Ofsted system before it’s finalised
School leaders are warned not to pay for courses that promise preparation for Ofsted changes that are still under consultation
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Well, this is exciting! Without me knowing (or even the cover being finalised), the book is already up for pre-sale!! www.waterstones.com/book/headtea...
Headteachering by Simon Botten | Waterstones
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The new Ofsted framework could lead to an “army of expensive consultants” and “how-to guides” as schools try to adapt to the new expectations, @headsroundtable.bsky.social has warned the inspectorate. www.tes.com/magazine/new...
Ofsted framework will lead to 'army of expensive consultants'
The Headteachers' Roundtable has also expressed concerns that inclusion and SEND are 'afterthoughts' in Ofsted's proposed inspection framework
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Really important piece from our colleagues @headsroundtable.bsky.social
Jon Severs@jonsevers.bsky.social · 2y agoThe new Ofsted framework could lead to an “army of expensive consultants” and “how-to guides” as schools try to adapt to the new expectations, @headsroundtable.bsky.social has warned the inspectorate. www.tes.com/magazine/new...
Thinking of applying for a headship, or senior school role? This will help: www.amazon.co.uk/Lessons-Head...
Lessons from the Head’s Office
Buy Lessons from the Head’s Office 1 by Walton, Brian (ISBN: 9781529767711) from Amazon's Book Store. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
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My New Blog - which died a death on X because no one is left... Ofsted - The New Era and basically - A Rant oldprimaryhead.com/2025/02/04/s...
Stuck in the Mud: The New Ofsted Era
There’s a new Sheriff in town—and any excuse-making, low-standard varmint better brace themselves. This isn’t just a shift; it’s a full-blown reckoning. If you thought the o…
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Oh for goodness sake... We're in the midst of a curriculum review; why are they adding new deckchairs? 🙄 www.gov.uk/government/n...
92% of school leaders reject Ofsted’s new report card plans, according to a snap poll by @naht.org.uk – and almost all respondents said they do not expect the watchdog to make any meaningful changes as a result of its consultation
More than 9 in 10 heads reject Ofsted’s report card plan
The NAHT urges Ofsted to rethink its plans after its snap poll shows an overwhelming rejection from school leaders
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“If this new Ofsted era wants to be remembered as a genuine revolution, it must ditch the tired rhetoric of fear and judgement. As our CEO mentioned today – Ofsted have taught us one thing – no one really knows, after decades, how to accurately and fairly judge a school.”
@oldprimaryhead.bsky.social · 2y agoMy New Blog - which died a death on X because no one is left... Ofsted - The New Era and basically - A Rant oldprimaryhead.com/2025/02/04/s...
I've joined the nice place... be nice; or it all goes down hill from here...
My New Blog - which died a death on X because no one is left... Ofsted - The New Era and basically - A Rant oldprimaryhead.com/2025/02/04/s...
Stuck in the Mud: The New Ofsted Era
There’s a new Sheriff in town—and any excuse-making, low-standard varmint better brace themselves. This isn’t just a shift; it’s a full-blown reckoning. If you thought the o…
oldprimaryhead.com
