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The new Ofsted 2025 framework is here - but what does it really mean in practice?
Join our free webinar with Ofsted’s deputy directors to get clarity and ask your questions live.
📅 26 Nov | 4.30–5.30pm | Online
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Join our free webinar with Ofsted’s deputy directors to get clarity and ask your questions live.
📅 26 Nov | 4.30–5.30pm | Online
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November 11, 2025 at 12:18 PM
The new Ofsted 2025 framework is here - but what does it really mean in practice?
Join our free webinar with Ofsted’s deputy directors to get clarity and ask your questions live.
📅 26 Nov | 4.30–5.30pm | Online
Sign up: cloud.resource.thekeysupport.com/ofstedwebinar
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Join our free webinar with Ofsted’s deputy directors to get clarity and ask your questions live.
📅 26 Nov | 4.30–5.30pm | Online
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Ofsted is moving from grades to report cards - but what does that actually mean for schools? 📋
Our new blog explains how they’ll work, what they’ll include, and what leaders need to know 👇
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Our new blog explains how they’ll work, what they’ll include, and what leaders need to know 👇
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From grades to report cards: how Ofsted will share inspection outcomes | The Key
Big change ahead: from November 2025, Ofsted will no longer give schools a single overall grade. Instead, every inspection will end with a detailed report card of your school’s performance – covering ...
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November 10, 2025 at 3:06 PM
Ofsted is moving from grades to report cards - but what does that actually mean for schools? 📋
Our new blog explains how they’ll work, what they’ll include, and what leaders need to know 👇
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Our new blog explains how they’ll work, what they’ll include, and what leaders need to know 👇
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Want to know more about what the government's plans for curriculum and assessment are?
Get up to speed here 👇
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Get up to speed here 👇
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Curriculum and assessment review: summary of the government's response | The Key Leaders
Get up to speed with the government's plans for curriculum and assessment, including a reformed National Curriculum from 2028, removing EBacc performance measures and a new statutory reading test in y...
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November 7, 2025 at 11:39 AM
Want to know more about what the government's plans for curriculum and assessment are?
Get up to speed here 👇
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Get up to speed here 👇
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This week’s top sector stories 📰
📋 DfE has published a major curriculum and assessment review
🔎 Schools will be judged on new enrichment benchmarks during inspections
💷 The government has proposed a teacher pay increase of 6.5%
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📋 DfE has published a major curriculum and assessment review
🔎 Schools will be judged on new enrichment benchmarks during inspections
💷 The government has proposed a teacher pay increase of 6.5%
Sign up for all stories: key.sc/signupnews
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Trusted by over 140,000 sector professionals, The Key’s free and carefully curated news briefing is perfect for anyone who wants a succinct round-up of the latest developments from the education sector. Sign up today!
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November 7, 2025 at 11:21 AM
This week’s top sector stories 📰
📋 DfE has published a major curriculum and assessment review
🔎 Schools will be judged on new enrichment benchmarks during inspections
💷 The government has proposed a teacher pay increase of 6.5%
Sign up for all stories: key.sc/signupnews
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📋 DfE has published a major curriculum and assessment review
🔎 Schools will be judged on new enrichment benchmarks during inspections
💷 The government has proposed a teacher pay increase of 6.5%
Sign up for all stories: key.sc/signupnews
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What’s new on The Key?
🆕 Reasonable force eLearning course
🆕 Upload your files to KeyGPT
🆕 Staff briefing on attendance
…and plenty more updates to help you lead with clarity and stay ahead of new requirements.
See everything new and updated in October 👇
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🆕 Reasonable force eLearning course
🆕 Upload your files to KeyGPT
🆕 Staff briefing on attendance
…and plenty more updates to help you lead with clarity and stay ahead of new requirements.
See everything new and updated in October 👇
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The Key: New and updated - October 2025 | The Key
A selection of new and updated content from across The Key that our members accessed in October 2025, including Ofsted inspection guidance, and an invitation to our 'Ask Ofsted' webinar.
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November 6, 2025 at 3:48 PM
What’s new on The Key?
🆕 Reasonable force eLearning course
🆕 Upload your files to KeyGPT
🆕 Staff briefing on attendance
…and plenty more updates to help you lead with clarity and stay ahead of new requirements.
See everything new and updated in October 👇
#edusky
🆕 Reasonable force eLearning course
🆕 Upload your files to KeyGPT
🆕 Staff briefing on attendance
…and plenty more updates to help you lead with clarity and stay ahead of new requirements.
See everything new and updated in October 👇
#edusky
What if you could ask Ofsted your questions directly? Now you can!
Join Ofsted’s Sue Morris-King & Helen Matthews with The Key’s Kaley Foran to unpack the new 2025 inspection framework.
📅 26 Nov, 4:30–5:30pm
Sign up here: cloud.resource.thekeysupport.com/ofstedwebinar
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Join Ofsted’s Sue Morris-King & Helen Matthews with The Key’s Kaley Foran to unpack the new 2025 inspection framework.
📅 26 Nov, 4:30–5:30pm
Sign up here: cloud.resource.thekeysupport.com/ofstedwebinar
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November 3, 2025 at 3:08 PM
What if you could ask Ofsted your questions directly? Now you can!
Join Ofsted’s Sue Morris-King & Helen Matthews with The Key’s Kaley Foran to unpack the new 2025 inspection framework.
📅 26 Nov, 4:30–5:30pm
Sign up here: cloud.resource.thekeysupport.com/ofstedwebinar
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Join Ofsted’s Sue Morris-King & Helen Matthews with The Key’s Kaley Foran to unpack the new 2025 inspection framework.
📅 26 Nov, 4:30–5:30pm
Sign up here: cloud.resource.thekeysupport.com/ofstedwebinar
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From 10 November 2025, inspections of all state-funded schools will be under Ofsted’s new framework - and it’s got major changes.
Our latest blog dives into what’s changing, why it matters and how your school can get ready 👇
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Our latest blog dives into what’s changing, why it matters and how your school can get ready 👇
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Ofsted’s new framework explained: what schools need to know | The Key
From 10 November 2025, all inspections for state-funded schools will take place under Ofsted’s new framework, which has a stronger focus on inclusion, wellbeing, context and leadership. Here’s what’s ...
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October 28, 2025 at 11:58 AM
From 10 November 2025, inspections of all state-funded schools will be under Ofsted’s new framework - and it’s got major changes.
Our latest blog dives into what’s changing, why it matters and how your school can get ready 👇
#edusky
Our latest blog dives into what’s changing, why it matters and how your school can get ready 👇
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This week’s top sector stories 📰
🆕 Gov plans new vocational + ‘stepping stone’ quals for post-16 pupils
💷 Report calls for a national teacher training strategy to cut financial waste
📚 Bridget Phillipson sets 90% target for Yr1 phonics check
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🆕 Gov plans new vocational + ‘stepping stone’ quals for post-16 pupils
💷 Report calls for a national teacher training strategy to cut financial waste
📚 Bridget Phillipson sets 90% target for Yr1 phonics check
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Trusted by over 140,000 sector professionals, The Key’s free and carefully curated news briefing is perfect for anyone who wants a succinct round-up of the latest developments from the education sector. Sign up today!
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October 24, 2025 at 10:17 AM
This week’s top sector stories 📰
🆕 Gov plans new vocational + ‘stepping stone’ quals for post-16 pupils
💷 Report calls for a national teacher training strategy to cut financial waste
📚 Bridget Phillipson sets 90% target for Yr1 phonics check
Sign up for all stories: key.sc/signupnews
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🆕 Gov plans new vocational + ‘stepping stone’ quals for post-16 pupils
💷 Report calls for a national teacher training strategy to cut financial waste
📚 Bridget Phillipson sets 90% target for Yr1 phonics check
Sign up for all stories: key.sc/signupnews
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What does ‘thriving’ really look like as an assistant head?
Join our hands-on course for new and soon-to-be assistant heads, hosted by Jodie Cousins, and find out what thriving really looks like in action.
Book on here 👇
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Join our hands-on course for new and soon-to-be assistant heads, hosted by Jodie Cousins, and find out what thriving really looks like in action.
Book on here 👇
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Assistant headship: your first years | The Key CPD
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October 22, 2025 at 2:21 PM
What does ‘thriving’ really look like as an assistant head?
Join our hands-on course for new and soon-to-be assistant heads, hosted by Jodie Cousins, and find out what thriving really looks like in action.
Book on here 👇
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Join our hands-on course for new and soon-to-be assistant heads, hosted by Jodie Cousins, and find out what thriving really looks like in action.
Book on here 👇
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Want to learn more about the new Ofsted nominee role? 👀
Understand what the Ofsted nominee does, and who may be suitable to become the nominee in your team with our resource 👇
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Understand what the Ofsted nominee does, and who may be suitable to become the nominee in your team with our resource 👇
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Ofsted nominee: who to choose and how to support them | The Key Leaders
Understand what the Ofsted nominee does, and who may be suitable to become the nominee in your team. Plus, see tips on how to support your nominee to prepare for the role, divide workload during an in...
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October 21, 2025 at 2:44 PM
Want to learn more about the new Ofsted nominee role? 👀
Understand what the Ofsted nominee does, and who may be suitable to become the nominee in your team with our resource 👇
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Understand what the Ofsted nominee does, and who may be suitable to become the nominee in your team with our resource 👇
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This week’s top sector stories 📰
⌛ SEND adviser admits that reforms are taking longer than the sector had hoped
🧑⚖️ ASCL is considering legal action over new Ofsted reforms
📚 YouGov survey reveals 3 out of 4 teachers are worried about misogyny in schools
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⌛ SEND adviser admits that reforms are taking longer than the sector had hoped
🧑⚖️ ASCL is considering legal action over new Ofsted reforms
📚 YouGov survey reveals 3 out of 4 teachers are worried about misogyny in schools
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Trusted by over 140,000 sector professionals, The Key’s free and carefully curated news briefing is perfect for anyone who wants a succinct round-up of the latest developments from the education sector. Sign up today!
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October 17, 2025 at 7:19 AM
This week’s top sector stories 📰
⌛ SEND adviser admits that reforms are taking longer than the sector had hoped
🧑⚖️ ASCL is considering legal action over new Ofsted reforms
📚 YouGov survey reveals 3 out of 4 teachers are worried about misogyny in schools
Sign up for all stories: key.sc/signupnews
⌛ SEND adviser admits that reforms are taking longer than the sector had hoped
🧑⚖️ ASCL is considering legal action over new Ofsted reforms
📚 YouGov survey reveals 3 out of 4 teachers are worried about misogyny in schools
Sign up for all stories: key.sc/signupnews
Do you know how to respond to an AI safeguarding incident? 🤔
Use our 45-minute briefing to train staff in recognising and responding to safeguarding risks related to AI 👇
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Use our 45-minute briefing to train staff in recognising and responding to safeguarding risks related to AI 👇
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Artificial intelligence (AI) risks: staff briefing | The Key Safeguarding
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October 14, 2025 at 1:12 PM
Do you know how to respond to an AI safeguarding incident? 🤔
Use our 45-minute briefing to train staff in recognising and responding to safeguarding risks related to AI 👇
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Use our 45-minute briefing to train staff in recognising and responding to safeguarding risks related to AI 👇
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This week’s top sector stories 📰
✂️ DfE to cut teacher training bursaries following rise in recruitment
❌ Former Ofsted chief inspector criticises reforms
📚 Phillipson vows to address outcomes for white working-class pupils
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✂️ DfE to cut teacher training bursaries following rise in recruitment
❌ Former Ofsted chief inspector criticises reforms
📚 Phillipson vows to address outcomes for white working-class pupils
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Trusted by over 140,000 sector professionals, The Key’s free and carefully curated news briefing is perfect for anyone who wants a succinct round-up of the latest developments from the education sector. Sign up today!
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October 10, 2025 at 7:13 AM
This week’s top sector stories 📰
✂️ DfE to cut teacher training bursaries following rise in recruitment
❌ Former Ofsted chief inspector criticises reforms
📚 Phillipson vows to address outcomes for white working-class pupils
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Sign up for all stories 👇
✂️ DfE to cut teacher training bursaries following rise in recruitment
❌ Former Ofsted chief inspector criticises reforms
📚 Phillipson vows to address outcomes for white working-class pupils
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There’s a reason Jayne Lowe’s episode on attendance struck such a chord with school leaders 🎙️
We’ve captured the standout lessons and practical takeaways from our most popular Trust Matters: Lessons in Leadership episode so far 👇
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We’ve captured the standout lessons and practical takeaways from our most popular Trust Matters: Lessons in Leadership episode so far 👇
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What school leaders can learn from our most popular podcast on attendance | The Key
Discover 3 proven school attendance strategies from Jayne Lowe OBE, DfE adviser and expert behind the Working Together to Improve Attendance guidance.
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October 9, 2025 at 3:38 PM
There’s a reason Jayne Lowe’s episode on attendance struck such a chord with school leaders 🎙️
We’ve captured the standout lessons and practical takeaways from our most popular Trust Matters: Lessons in Leadership episode so far 👇
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We’ve captured the standout lessons and practical takeaways from our most popular Trust Matters: Lessons in Leadership episode so far 👇
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KeyGPT just got smarter ✨
We’ve rolled out some exciting updates to make your AI assistant even more powerful...
Try it here: ai.thekeysupport.com
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We’ve rolled out some exciting updates to make your AI assistant even more powerful...
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October 8, 2025 at 9:41 AM
KeyGPT just got smarter ✨
We’ve rolled out some exciting updates to make your AI assistant even more powerful...
Try it here: ai.thekeysupport.com
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We’ve rolled out some exciting updates to make your AI assistant even more powerful...
Try it here: ai.thekeysupport.com
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AI is already transforming education - but what does that look like in practice? 🤖
In our latest blog, we explore how AI is changing schools, what leaders need to know, and how your trust or school can navigate this shift responsibly 👇
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In our latest blog, we explore how AI is changing schools, what leaders need to know, and how your trust or school can navigate this shift responsibly 👇
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How AI is changing schools – and what you need to know | The Key
Artificial intelligence isn’t just shaping the future, it’s already part of everyday life – and it’s starting to reshape schools. From cutting down on admin to drafting exam-day guidance, AI is a fas...
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October 7, 2025 at 11:49 AM
AI is already transforming education - but what does that look like in practice? 🤖
In our latest blog, we explore how AI is changing schools, what leaders need to know, and how your trust or school can navigate this shift responsibly 👇
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In our latest blog, we explore how AI is changing schools, what leaders need to know, and how your trust or school can navigate this shift responsibly 👇
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This week’s top sector stories 📰
➡️ Schools to play a greater role in post-16 pupil destinations
♻️ 2/3 of schools are yet to appoint a sustainability lead, new poll finds
🗣️ Bridget Phillipson is calling for more headteacher training on communicating with parents/carers
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➡️ Schools to play a greater role in post-16 pupil destinations
♻️ 2/3 of schools are yet to appoint a sustainability lead, new poll finds
🗣️ Bridget Phillipson is calling for more headteacher training on communicating with parents/carers
Sign up: key.sc/signupnews
October 3, 2025 at 7:31 AM
This week’s top sector stories 📰
➡️ Schools to play a greater role in post-16 pupil destinations
♻️ 2/3 of schools are yet to appoint a sustainability lead, new poll finds
🗣️ Bridget Phillipson is calling for more headteacher training on communicating with parents/carers
Sign up: key.sc/signupnews
➡️ Schools to play a greater role in post-16 pupil destinations
♻️ 2/3 of schools are yet to appoint a sustainability lead, new poll finds
🗣️ Bridget Phillipson is calling for more headteacher training on communicating with parents/carers
Sign up: key.sc/signupnews
Take a look at a selection of the new and updated content our members gained access to in September, including:
🆕 Ofsted inspection framework 2025: summary of changes
🆕 SEF: guidance and template
🆕 School accountability reform: a summary
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🆕 Ofsted inspection framework 2025: summary of changes
🆕 SEF: guidance and template
🆕 School accountability reform: a summary
#edusky
The Key: New and updated - September 2025 | The Key
A selection of new and updated content from across The Key that our members accessed in September 2025, including support for getting to grips with the new Ofsted 2025 inspection framework.
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October 1, 2025 at 8:16 AM
Take a look at a selection of the new and updated content our members gained access to in September, including:
🆕 Ofsted inspection framework 2025: summary of changes
🆕 SEF: guidance and template
🆕 School accountability reform: a summary
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🆕 Ofsted inspection framework 2025: summary of changes
🆕 SEF: guidance and template
🆕 School accountability reform: a summary
#edusky
Want peace of mind that you’re fully compliant with KCSIE 2025 this year?
We’ve pulled together a straightforward summary with the key takeaways you need to know ✅
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We’ve pulled together a straightforward summary with the key takeaways you need to know ✅
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How to stay compliant with KCSIE 2025 | The Key
Another September, another update to Keeping Children Safe in Education, the statutory guidance that sets out safeguarding responsibilities for schools. While the changes are largely technical, they m...
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September 30, 2025 at 10:55 AM
Want peace of mind that you’re fully compliant with KCSIE 2025 this year?
We’ve pulled together a straightforward summary with the key takeaways you need to know ✅
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We’ve pulled together a straightforward summary with the key takeaways you need to know ✅
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Your new SEF checklist is here 👇
Download our template SEF, based on Ofsted's 2025 inspection framework, to evaluate your provision and identify areas for improvement.
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Download our template SEF, based on Ofsted's 2025 inspection framework, to evaluate your provision and identify areas for improvement.
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Self-evaluation form (SEF): guidance and template | The Key Leaders
Get help writing your school's self-evaluation form (SEF). Download our template SEF, based on Ofsted's 2025 inspection framework, to evaluate your provision and identify areas for improvement.
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September 29, 2025 at 11:57 AM
Your new SEF checklist is here 👇
Download our template SEF, based on Ofsted's 2025 inspection framework, to evaluate your provision and identify areas for improvement.
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Download our template SEF, based on Ofsted's 2025 inspection framework, to evaluate your provision and identify areas for improvement.
#edusky
This week’s top sector stories 📰
🏫 Concerns raised over how Ofsted will inspect attainment
💰 70%+ of primary schools expect to face budget deficits due to falling pupil numbers
📄 Support for schools needed to help tackle misogyny and violence against girls
Sign up for more: key.sc/signupnews
🏫 Concerns raised over how Ofsted will inspect attainment
💰 70%+ of primary schools expect to face budget deficits due to falling pupil numbers
📄 Support for schools needed to help tackle misogyny and violence against girls
Sign up for more: key.sc/signupnews
September 26, 2025 at 6:58 AM
This week’s top sector stories 📰
🏫 Concerns raised over how Ofsted will inspect attainment
💰 70%+ of primary schools expect to face budget deficits due to falling pupil numbers
📄 Support for schools needed to help tackle misogyny and violence against girls
Sign up for more: key.sc/signupnews
🏫 Concerns raised over how Ofsted will inspect attainment
💰 70%+ of primary schools expect to face budget deficits due to falling pupil numbers
📄 Support for schools needed to help tackle misogyny and violence against girls
Sign up for more: key.sc/signupnews
Here are this week’s top sector stories 📰
📋 MP committee reveals plan to address issues in the SEND system
🏫 Government to set new expectations for schools on engaging with parents
💰 Union calls for government action as the gender pay gap widens
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📋 MP committee reveals plan to address issues in the SEND system
🏫 Government to set new expectations for schools on engaging with parents
💰 Union calls for government action as the gender pay gap widens
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September 19, 2025 at 7:23 AM
Here are this week’s top sector stories 📰
📋 MP committee reveals plan to address issues in the SEND system
🏫 Government to set new expectations for schools on engaging with parents
💰 Union calls for government action as the gender pay gap widens
Sign up for all stories: key.sc/signupnews
📋 MP committee reveals plan to address issues in the SEND system
🏫 Government to set new expectations for schools on engaging with parents
💰 Union calls for government action as the gender pay gap widens
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What were school leaders like you reading most last year? 👀
From safeguarding to GDPR, the issues that topped the list in 2024/25 are just as relevant this year.
We’ve rounded up the 10 most-read resources to share quick takeaways you can put into practice this September and beyond 👇
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From safeguarding to GDPR, the issues that topped the list in 2024/25 are just as relevant this year.
We’ve rounded up the 10 most-read resources to share quick takeaways you can put into practice this September and beyond 👇
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Most-read by school leaders: 10 essential resources from 2024/25 | The Key
As schools settle back into the rhythm of a new term this September, now’s a great time to look back at the resources school leaders turned to most last year. The issues that were top of mind in 2024/...
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September 17, 2025 at 8:43 AM
What were school leaders like you reading most last year? 👀
From safeguarding to GDPR, the issues that topped the list in 2024/25 are just as relevant this year.
We’ve rounded up the 10 most-read resources to share quick takeaways you can put into practice this September and beyond 👇
#edusky
From safeguarding to GDPR, the issues that topped the list in 2024/25 are just as relevant this year.
We’ve rounded up the 10 most-read resources to share quick takeaways you can put into practice this September and beyond 👇
#edusky
We’re looking forward to attending MATPN South West next week!
We’ll be there with our brilliant colleagues from Robin, come and say hello if you’re attending 👋
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We’ll be there with our brilliant colleagues from Robin, come and say hello if you’re attending 👋
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September 17, 2025 at 7:31 AM
We’re looking forward to attending MATPN South West next week!
We’ll be there with our brilliant colleagues from Robin, come and say hello if you’re attending 👋
#edusky
We’ll be there with our brilliant colleagues from Robin, come and say hello if you’re attending 👋
#edusky
A smooth September sets the tone for the year ahead 🍂
From welcoming new staff to planning your academic calendar, we’ve pulled together 5 essential steps every school leader should focus on this term.
Read the full checklist here 👇
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From welcoming new staff to planning your academic calendar, we’ve pulled together 5 essential steps every school leader should focus on this term.
Read the full checklist here 👇
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A 5-step back-to-school checklist for school leaders | The Key
A smooth September sets the tone for the year ahead. From welcoming new colleagues into your school to mapping out the academic calendar, we’ve pulled together 5 essential areas for school leaders lik...
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September 16, 2025 at 1:51 PM
A smooth September sets the tone for the year ahead 🍂
From welcoming new staff to planning your academic calendar, we’ve pulled together 5 essential steps every school leader should focus on this term.
Read the full checklist here 👇
#edusky
From welcoming new staff to planning your academic calendar, we’ve pulled together 5 essential steps every school leader should focus on this term.
Read the full checklist here 👇
#edusky