Annual conference 2024 - day 1

82% of teachers surveyed believe Ofsted should be replaced with a new system of inspection.

The majority of teachers are struggling with workload.

The NEU values the early years sector. It’s about time the government did too.

Ofsted causes more harm than good and we need urgent and fundamental reform.

We should be developing a curriculum for children and young people that supports the democratic values of a diverse Britain.

Expecting teachers to work for free is not acceptable. No teacher should be required to undertake additional responsibilities without appropriate TLRs. .

SATs are not a useful or accurate way of assessing what children can do.

The NEU will work with other support staff Unions to ensure that all support staff receive the respect and renumeration that they so clearly deserve.

The NEU will continue putting pressure on the Government to live up to its commitments to reduce workload and working hours

Seven in eight respondents tell us the SEND resources they do have are insufficient.

The rise of mental health issues among students and the challenges in accessing support services.

Teachers and support staff are regularly paying to help disadvantaged pupils in their care.