On Friday I will be part of a group from Headteachers’ Roundtable who will be meeting with Amanda Spielman HMCI and Sean Harford, Ofsted’s National Director, Education (thanks to both in advance for their time). Discussions will no doubt range far and wide but the curriculum will undoubtedly be part of the debate. Continue reading
The year’s started and there’s a more uncertain feel to it than most. The new examinations system and associated point scores has produced the predicted turbulence, in reality and people’s minds. Continue reading
As the new year, term or week begins there will be challenges a plenty. Whether you lead in the classroom or the staff room, new beginnings always bring that little bit of trepidation; that Sunday evening feeling in the pit of your stomach; even more so when starting a new job. Continue reading