Published today, the watchdog's report evaluated how 44 schools used creative approaches to learning that encouraged pupils to be questioning, imaginative and open to possibilities.
According to the report pupils who were supported by good teaching that encouraged questioning, debate, experimentation, presentation and critical reflection enjoyed the challenge and had a sense of personal achievement. The confidence they gained encouraged them to develop and present their own ideas with greater imagination and fluency.
Findings also showed that schools in the most challenging circumstances showed the greatest improvement, with open-ended questioning encouraging independent thinking among the pupils.
Ofsted has recommended that all schools provide training to ensure that teachers and support staff have the knowledge, skills and confidence to encourage pupils to be independent and creative learners.
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