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‘An inspection reduced me to tears. Ofsted’s response was inadequate’

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Headteacher John Hayes describes January visit as 'the worst experience of my career'

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‘Glitches’ in online system slow down SATs markers

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Pearson says results will be delivered to schools on time, but some internal marking deadlines have been ...

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DfE scraps PE and sport premium in favour of ‘partnerships network’

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Total annual funding for replacement scheme will be 22% lower than what schools receive now, but £200m ...

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Don’t prioritise managed moves over waiting list pupils, schools told

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New DfE suspensions and exclusions guidance also sets out examples of off-rolling amid crackdown

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DfE guidance suggests schools use AI to draft SEND support plans

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But leaders urged to be 'cautious' with pupil data and not to let AI draft statutory documents like EHCPs

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Report finds ‘significant link’ between girls’ absence and life satisfaction

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Councils’ bids to overturn special school cancellations rejected

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Council SEND reform plans could dodge public scrutiny

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DfE guidance suggests schools use AI to draft SEND support plans

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Don’t prioritise managed moves over waiting list pupils, schools told

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Lack of evidence a likely ‘challenge’ to SEND reforms, says EEF

Years-long slump ends as more schools receive repairs cash

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New school plans must show they will move into MATs

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Council wants ‘safety valve’ cash back in DfE deficit write-off

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Councils skip court for hundreds of unpaid absence fines

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