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An Ofsted inspection 'likely contributed' to Ruth Perry's death, an inquest ruled. Picture: Brighter Futures for Children

News 19 January 2024

Ofsted inspectors to undergo mental health training after Ruth Perry’s death

The councils says greater numbers of children with EHCPs are accessing specialist provision. Picture: Juanci/Adobe Stock

News 15 January 2024

Growing SEND costs could lead to insolvency, council warns

Webb: 'The reasons behind attendance problems are complex and multi-faceted'.

Blogs 12 January 2024

Tackling persistent absenteeism in 2024

Breakfast clubs would be established in all primary schools under Labour plans. Picture: Nigel Hillier

News 11 January 2024

Breakfast clubs for all primary school children among Labour’s health pledges

The Sutton Trust research found that dozens of state comprehensives are as selective as grammar schools. Picture: Lucie Carlier

News 11 January 2024

More than 150 comprehensives ‘more socially selective’ than grammar schools

Bury Council must produce a revised post-16 transport policy by the end of May. Picture: Google

News 11 January 2024

Ombudsman criticises council for failing to implement recommendations

The report highlights examples of projects using parent champions to help support families experiencing poverty. Picture: Pololia/AdobeStock

News 10 January 2024

Recruit ‘parent champions’ to design child poverty busting measures, report urges

The government is aiming to tackle the problem of persistent school absence. Picture: Monkey Business/ Adobe Stock

News 8 January 2024

DfE expands schemes to boost school attendance

Ofsted came under scrutiny for its inspection processes after headteacher Ruth Perry took her own life while awaiting inspection results. Picture: Phil Adams

News 5 January 2024

Ofsted chief unveils feedback scheme and mental health training for inspectors

Each year, around 40,000 overseas study places are available through the Turing Scheme. Picture: AdobeStock

News 4 January 2024

Young people positive about Turing Scheme but funding process a 'barrier' for some

Self-evaluation and peer assessment could be used to drive school improvements. Picture: Monkey Business/Adobe Stock

Analysis 3 January 2024

Reforming school inspections

A separate EYFS framework specifically covering childminders will be introduced. Picture: Angelina/Adobe Stock

Analysis 3 January 2024

Three views on EYFS reforms

Ofsted introduced a separate judgment on work with care leavers, allowing more targeted recommendations. Picture: Valerii HoncharUK/Adobe Stock

Features 3 January 2024

Inspections Clinic - social care provision

The study suggests everyday non-specialist goods and services cost families at least an extra £51.10 per week. Picture: Ascannio/Adobe Stock

Research 3 January 2024

Additional Family Costs for Children on the Autism Spectrum

Pupils in New York were happier when they had better relationships with teachers. Picture: Ingusk/Adobe Stock

Best Practice 3 January 2024

Empathetic practice, North America