Your voice in research and policy

As the year comes to an end, we are writing with an update from the Research and Policy department. This list is not exhaustive but it exemplifies how we aim to represent the profession in research and policy circles.
OFQUAL’s Chief Regulator comments on the upcoming Summer assessment period

After a long career as a teacher and school leader, and three years as Ofqual’s Chair, I took up the role of Chief Regulator in January.
Rethinking Accountability

It has been argued that there is an urgent need to rethink the accountability system in England. The Office for Standards in Education (Ofsted) was created by the Education (Schools) Act 1992
Chartered College of Teaching and SSAT launch new CPD partnership to improve formative assessment

A new partnership between the Chartered College of Teaching and SSAT will support teachers to embed formative assessment practices in their classrooms.
Chartered College of Teaching and ImpactED launch new CPD partnership to develop teacher expertise

A new partnership between the Chartered College of Teaching and ImpactEd will support school leaders to develop skills in education research and inquiry, putting evidence-based research in the hands of practitioners.
Ofqual’s Chief Regulator Outlines the 2023 Exam Arrangements

As we approach this summer’s exam series, I would like to thank you. I know this year has been another challenging one in schools and colleges.
Exams and guidance – Ofqual answer member questions

The Chartered College of Teaching recently polled members on the publication of exam guidance and the impact on the most disadvantaged students.
Reflections on the value of teacher assessment

These are my reflections on the value of teacher assessment from my perspective as a teacher educator
Chartered College of Teaching comments on new A Level results plans

The Chartered College of Teaching has today (12 August) commented on the new ‘triple lock’ announcement by the Department for Education regarding A-Level results.