How racism steals our safe spaces and scars our lives Leaders and staff will need to be as vigilant to the lasting effects of racism as we have become to where the next abuse might come from
How to support teachers to address the riots and civil unrest It’s the difficult job of every leader to ensure their school tackles the horrific scenes that dominated our screens this summer. Here’s how to get started
What is driving the rise in home education? Government figures show a rise in home-educated children. A detailed survey of 1,220 families sheds light on their decisions
Ofsted reforms are looking for solutions in the wrong places Superficial changes could lead to unintended consequences while the real issues persist
Ofsted’s single grades are gone – but will report cards be any better? Research suggests the replacement will only be beneficial if other measures are taken to reduce pressures on outcomes
School accountability musn’t go back to business as usual This week’s news mark a turning point for accountability, but the next steps will determine whether hope of real change is justified
Listening to teachers is key to the curriculum review’s success Our work with schools shows the value and importance of making teachers partners in curriculum development
Ofsted: Can the sector now breathe a sigh of relief? The government’s first steps on accountability reform are encouraging – but the road ahead is long
Legal: Four priorities to avoid a new ‘notice to improve’ New guidance could result in a formal notice to improve from the ESFA for failing to manage school estates. Here’s how to mitigate that risk