Amanda Spielman’s interview is an insult to Ruth’s memory The former chief inspector’s denial of established facts is not just self-interested stubborness, but verges on wilful disinformation
New ministers are taking the lead on AI – but at which end? The DfE’s new £4 million AI project could be a case of the edtech tail wagging the education dog – with worrying consequences for children
New ministers can and must help stem rising complaints Confusion and duplication in legal frameworks and guidance are making a difficult situation all the harder for schools
Progress 8 must give way to more constructive accountability Our analysis reveals how poor Progress 8 is as a proxy for school quality – but better is eminently achievable
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