One word judgements - who needs them?
There is an argument in support of the current model of Ofsted that does the rounds. Round and round it goes. It's related to the cling-on obsession of one work judgements and it needs dismantling. Amanda Spielman used it on the Today Programme yesterday when she stated Ofsted was listening to concerns "without losing our clear focus on the needs of the children and the parents." Apparently, parents "like the clarity and simplicity". In the latest round of minor, superficial concessions, the one word judgements still remain. Otherwise what would parents do? I just don’t know what they are talking about. When you think about the publication of these one word judgements , in practical terms, it doesn’t make any sense. One thing I do know about is the experience of communicating Ofsted inspection outcomes with families - families whose children are attending the school . It's not a pleasant activity. Dear parents, Whilst we are really proud of our school I am...