Amanda Spielman explains why Ofsted is treading softly on proposals to change the way it works.
There has been considerable debate around Ofsted’s work since the sad death of Ruth Perry.
This week, after discussions with unions, sector representatives and the secretary of state, we announced a package of measures aimed at improving the way we work with schools.
Some of the changes are responding to anxieties around inspection, particularly related to schools exempt for a long time because they were graded outstanding.
