Blogs

Education journalist Warwick Mansell explores Ofsted’s deliberate avoidance of investigating school staff concerns.

Michael Farrelly, senior leader in a Special primary school, explains how Ofsted is a driving factor in the teaching recruitment crisis.

An NEU member describes the impact Ofsted’s framework has on subject leaders working in primary schools.

Education journalist Warwick Mansell questions Ofsted's claim of impartiality regarding recruitment to its controversial "curriculum unit"

Jane Perryman, Professor of Sociology of Education at UCL, explains why only an alternative system to Ofsted can provide the support schools deserve.

NEU Leadership member John Connolly explains why the system of school inspection must change urgently to work to support schools.

Head teacher Cathy Earley shines a light on the startling gaps in Ofsted inspector expertise.

Ken Johnson, NEU Leadership member and head teacher, sets out his thoughts on an alternative to the toxic Ofsted inspection system.

NEU Leadership member Phillipa Kearns describes working at the chalkface whilst the daily worry of receiving ‘the call’ looms large.

Education journalist Warwick Mansell examines evidence that Ofsted has misused education research.

Dr. Mary Bousted, Joint General Secretary of the NEU, interrogates the latest research on ‘stuck’ schools

Ryan Wilson, author of Let That Be A Lesson: A Teacher’s Life in the Classroom, explores the impact of Ofsted’s ineffectiveness in the workplace.