From 10 November 2025 , Ofsted  inspections moved away from single-word overall judgements and towards report cards. For schools, this marks a significant shift: inspection is now less about chasing labels and more about demonstrating secure practice, professional judgement and coherence across the system. If you’re preparing for inspection in 2026, this guide sets out what’s changed, what inspectors are looking for, and how to prepare in a way that strengthens practice rathe

Homeschooling is on the rise and the reasons behind it reveal something important about the students who are not fully thriving in mainstream settings. Rather than viewing this trend with concern, teachers can use it as a window into the needs that may be going unmet. From wellbeing pressures to a desire for flexibility and a stronger sense of belonging, the shift toward home education raises valuable questions about how schools can adapt to support every learner more effecti