April 2019
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This conference provided a timely opportunity to examine the detail of the proposed framework ahead of the finalisation of the Inspection Framework and considered it’s likely impact on schools.
Delegates assessed the new ‘quality of education’ judgement - aimed at making the curriculum a greater focus of inspection and encouraging schools, particularly at secondary level, to offer a wider range of subjects.
Attendees also considered issues raised by school leaders regarding the speed of the new Framework’s introduction and its focus. The potential impact on teachers ahead of implementation was also discussed.
Further sessions looked at the focus on pupils within the Framework, and whether the regulator’s proposal to split the personal development and behaviour judgements will succeed in its intention of offering students a greater opportunity ‘to grow as active, healthy and engaged citizens’.
The agenda also brought out discussion on Ofsted’s performance and future role in school improvement in the context of concerns raised by the Public Accounts Committee, including the frequency of inspections and the resulting impact on the provision of quality assurance following cuts to its budget.
