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What a trial visit told me about inspection 

Headteacher and ASCL President 2024-25, Manny Botwe, and his school recently agreed to take part in a trial pilot of Ofsted's controversial new framework. In this blog, Manny shares his experiences of the visit. 

Posted: 27/05/2025 14:20:15
  • Accountability
  • Inspection
  • Ofsted
  • Blog

Being a Head: Key questions to reflect on as you step into headship

This blog features a recent conversation between Steve Playford, ASCL leadership consultant, and Sarah Holman, Headteacher of Eggars School, as they reflect on their coaching journey and what it feels like to step into headship in 2025. 

Posted: 23/05/2025 13:44:59
  • Professional Development
  • CPD
  • Blog
  • Coaching

AP in the Primary Years: Proven potential and keys to success

Alternative provision in primary presents unique challenges. In her guest blog, Amy Husband of ASCL Premier Partner Academy21, shares five tips for successful implementation of primary alternative provision in your school.

Posted: 15/05/2025 08:32:56
  • Premier Partner
  • Primary
  • Blog
  • Alternative provision