Scrutinizing School Inspection Reforms

Episode 215:

This week on Thinking Deeply about Primary Education, we continue our discussion on Ofsted’s reform proposals with Shannen Doherty and Louise McLaughlin. In this second part, we explore the next three points in the proposal, looking at how changes to inspection methodology, full and monitoring inspections, and accountability for state-funded schools could reshape the education landscape.

We discuss:

• Ofsted’s approach to inspection methodology—what’s changing and why it matters.
• The role of full and monitoring inspections in school accountability.
• How Ofsted plans to identify and support state-funded schools causing concern.

With significant changes being proposed, this episode is essential listening for educators, leaders, and policymakers looking to understand how these reforms might impact schools across the country.

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