Curriculum

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 ofsted education midlands schools inspection ratings achievement curriculum leadership inclusion

Schools in the West Midlands are among the first to receive inspection ratings under Ofsted’s newly revamped grading system. The education watchdog has replaced its previous ratings—such as ‘outstanding’ and … Read More

Saturday, February 7, 2026 ofsted birmingham education school inspection specialschool leadership curriculum improvement students

Ofsted inspectors have recently conducted a follow-up visit to Beaufort Special School in Hodge Hill, Birmingham, which has been rated inadequate in every category since June 2023. This rating marks the lowest possible score … Read More

Monday, February 2, 2026 ofsted midlands education schools inspection ratings curriculum leadership achievement behaviour

The West Midlands has seen some of the first schools inspected under Ofsted’s newly launched grading system, marking a significant shift in how educational quality is assessed. The long-awaited revamp replaces traditional … Read More

Monday, January 26, 2026 ofsted inspection education schools midlands hightersheath reportcard leadership behaviour curriculum

Ofsted has introduced a significant overhaul to its school inspection framework, aiming to deliver a more balanced and comprehensive assessment of educational institutions. The traditional one-word overall grade has been … Read More

Thursday, January 15, 2026 ofsted education schools inspection reportcard midlands ratings governance achievement curriculum

Ofsted has overhauled its school inspection process in England, replacing the familiar one-word grading system with a comprehensive ‘report card’ model starting in 2026. This move aims to provide a clearer and … Read More