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Labour Government Scraps One-Word Ofsted Ratings with Immediate Effect

Sep 2, 2024, 07:02 AM

The UK Labour government has announced the immediate scrapping of one-word Ofsted school ratings, following significant pressure from teaching unions and the family of Ruth Perry, a headteacher who took her own life after her school was downgraded to 'inadequate'. The move aims to provide more comprehensive information to parents and reduce the high stakes associated with these ratings for schools. Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson stated that the change will lead to the introduction of detailed report cards, offering a clearer picture of school performance.