Tips, Ideas, Guidance and Advice for School Leaders

New DfE Guidance on Restrictive Interventions - Your Next Steps

on Mar 10 2026

Understand the new restrictive interventions guidance for schools. Statutory duties, prevention strategies, and SEND considerations explained clearly.

What's Changing in KCSIE 2026?

on Mar 03 2026

The DfE has launched a consultation on proposed changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education, with the finalised KCSIE 2026 due to be published in September. The draft guidance covers significant updates across a range of areas, including new guidance on supporting pupils questioning their gender, the removal of the condensed Annex A, expanded mental health safeguarding, and changes to how schools should address AI-generated content and child-on-child abuse. Nothing changes yet, but now is the time to read the draft, share it with your team, and have your say before the 22nd April deadline.

The Schools White Paper: What School Leaders Need to Know (and Do) Now

on Mar 03 2026

A practical guide to the 2026 schools white paper for headteachers. Key deadlines, SEND reforms, enrichment updates and what your school needs to do next.

Get Ofsted Inspection Ready

on Feb 11 2026

Ofsted inspection looming but unsure what inspectors will ask about your role? These focused bundles translate the 2025 toolkit into practical preparation for DSLs and school leaders.

Ofsted Inspections in 2026: What School Leaders Need to Know

on Jan 29 2026

Navigate Ofsted inspections in 2026 effectively. Learn what inspectors evaluate under the EIF, how case sampling works and practical preparation strategies.

When Will My School Be Inspected by Ofsted?

on Jan 28 2026

Confused about Ofsted inspection timing? Get straightforward answers on when your school will be inspected based on your previous grade under the 2025 framework.

Ofsted Case Sampling: What School Leaders Need to Know

on Jan 07 2026

Understand case sampling in Ofsted's 2025 framework. Learn how inspectors track individual pupils, how to prepare, and how this monitoring approach strengthens your inclusion practice.

The Role of a Nominee During Ofsted Inspections

on Dec 05 2025

Everything school leaders need to know about the Ofsted nominee role: responsibilities, choosing the right person, and preparing for success.

What Does the 2025 Curriculum Review Mean for School Leaders?

on Nov 11 2025

The Francis Curriculum Review brings major changes by 2028, including EBacc scrapped, enrichment entitlements, triple science and new assessments. So what must school leaders do now to prepare for curriculum reform?

How Does Ofsted Inspect The Use of AI

on Oct 22 2025

What school leaders must know about Ofsted's AI approach. Get clear answers on inspections, policies, risks, and managing pupil AI use effectively.

Ofsted Toolkit Post-16 Provision: Essential Information for Leaders

on Oct 08 2025

Ofsted Post-16 toolkit 2025 explained for sixth form leaders. Prepare your setting with the changes to the Ofsted framework and what this means for you and your students.

EYFS Ofsted Toolkit: What EYFS Leaders Need to Know

on Oct 07 2025

Everything EYFS leaders need about the new Ofsted framework and Early Years toolkit 2025. Including tips and supporting resources so you can ensure your EYFS provision is ready.

Ofsted Leadership and Governance 2025: What School Leaders Must Know

on Oct 07 2025

Prepare for Ofsted's Leadership and Governance evaluation starting November 2025. Essential tips and preparation steps to ensure your setting is ready.

Ofsted Attendance and Behaviour Evaluation 2025: Inspection Preparation

on Oct 06 2025

Prepare for Ofsted's combined Attendance and Behaviour evaluation area starting November 2025, including top tips and supporting resources.

Ofsted Achievement: Preparing Your School for Inspection 2025

on Oct 03 2025

Everything school leaders need to know about Ofsted's new Achievement evaluation area from November 2025. Includes grading criteria, evidence needed & preparation steps.

New Ofsted Framework 2025: Curriculum and Teaching

on Sep 29 2025

Prepare for Ofsted's November 2025 Curriculum and Teaching changes. Learn key evaluation criteria, expected standards and actionable steps to achieve success in your next inspection.

Safeguarding in the New Ofsted Framework 2025

on Sep 28 2025

Discover everything about Ofsted's new safeguarding evaluation area in the 2025 framework. Get expert guidance, preparation tips and essential resources including audit tools to help your school succeed under the new 5-point grading system starting November 2025.

Understanding Inclusion as an Ofsted Evaluation Area

on Sep 25 2025

Discover everything about Ofsted's new Inclusion evaluation area in the 2025 framework. Get expert guidance, preparation tips and essential resources including audit tools to help your school succeed under the new 5-point grading system starting November 2025.

Ofsted 2025 Personal Development and Wellbeing: What Schools Need to Know

on Sep 16 2025

Discover everything about Ofsted's new Personal Development and Wellbeing evaluation area in the 2025 framework. Get expert guidance, preparation tips, and essential resources including audit tools to help your school succeed under the new 5-point grading system starting November 2025.

How to Prepare for an Ofsted Inspection Planning Call 2026

on Sep 11 2025

Everything school leaders need to know about Ofsted planning calls in 2026. Questions to expect, preparation strategies, and expert tips for a successful inspection conversation