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Ofsted inspection reform not the 'transformative change' we were hoping for, argue sector bodies

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The sector has raised concern that Ofsted’s proposals for a report card aren’t the ‘transformative change’ many were hoping for, and could still result in a single effectiveness grade.
The NEU survey highlights teachers' dissatisfaction with Ofsted, PHOTO: Adobe Stock
The NEU survey highlights teachers' dissatisfaction with Ofsted, PHOTO: Adobe Stock

The inspectorate has today launched a consultation on what its new report card, to replace the existing headline grade, will look like. Plans include bringing in a five-point grading scale from ‘causing concern’ through to ‘exemplary’.

Both the Education Policy Institute (EPI) and National Education Union (NEU) have raised concerns that the grading scale will continue to result in headline judgements.

Natalie Perera, chief executive of the EPI, argued, ‘The proposed approach to reporting, with the same type of judgement in each area, will unfortunately make it relatively easy for users to combine measures. This risks taking us back to simple overall judgements, precisely what Ofsted are attempting to move away from. Schools and academy trusts are complex organisations, and for most, there will be areas of strength, and areas where more support may be needed.’

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