Source · Select Committees · Education Committee
Recommendation 10
10
Accepted
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Consider longer notice periods or deferral flexibility for smaller schools facing challenges.
Conclusion
Ofsted should consider whether smaller schools could be given a longer notice period or greater flexibility around deferrals to take into account the particular operational challenges they face during inspections.
Government Response Summary
The government acknowledges the challenges faced by small primary schools and commits to considering the proposal for longer notice periods or greater flexibility for them during the "Big Listen," despite initial concerns about fair implementation.
Paragraph Reference:
35
Government Response
Accepted
HM Government
Accepted
It is hard to see how different notice periods (Recommendation 6 in the Committee's report) for different types of school can be implemented fairly. We are conscious of the particular challenges faced by small primary schools, which can result in significant pressure for the leaders of these schools. While we cannot immediately see how to implement different notice periods fairly, we will consider the proposal as we undertake the Big Listen. The majority of recommendations will be explored through our ‘Big Listen’ (Recommendations 1, 3, 5 to 8, 10, 13, 20 to 22 and 24 to 25). We look forward to hearing the sector’s, and the public’s, views on these important matters, and will take action immediately after the Big Listen concludes.