MAT, Academy & School Inspection Training
“A really helpful session covering all areas of the Ofsted framework. The suggested questions are really useful” Laura Creswick , Assistant Head , Teaching &...
Tag: Ofsted Inspection
Opinion: The Ofsted Myth Buster!
What does Ofsted want? Here are the facts about the requirements of Ofsted. JMC have delivered these messages in training all over the country for...
Mock Ofsted Inspections for Schools, Colleges & Academies
Mock Ofsted Inspection : Supporting your journey to Outstanding Taking part in a mock Ofsted inspection is the perfect way to understand how your processes...
OFSTED finds that Faith Schools Outperform the Rest
Ofsted data has revealed that faith schools account for a disproportionate percentage of the country’s best-performing primary schools. The figures, released by the Department for...
INSET: Keeping Children Safe from Sexual Abuse
In April 2021, Ofsted were asked by the government to undertake a rapid review of sexual harassment in schools and colleges, after anonymous testimonials of...
Ofsted update: Sexual harassment in Schools & Colleges
‘Assume sexual harassment is happening in schools’ Ofsted was asked by the government to carry out a rapid review of sexual harassment and abuse in...
OFSTED Observations ( extracts from Ofsted briefing)
OFSTED Observations Focus: Teaching and Learning At the start of the lesson thinks about a hook, something to grab their attention. – Not about going...
Good Teacher Behaviour : What inspectors value
In looking back over previous blogs I found this article about what makes a good teacher and I have decided to repost it as I...
Inspection INSET: The Single Central Register for the Bewildered
“Expert advice and guidance delivered in a skilled and professional manner ” Mr W Sawyer, Head of Prep School, Yarm School What is a Single...
Behaviour Audit for Primary and Secondary Schools
‘The Behaviour audit was conducted sensitively and thoroughly both prior to and during the audit. JMC took time to speak to staff and students to ensure...