Ofsted will look more closely at ‘repeat’ patterns of suspension as part of new framework
Ofsted will look more closely at whether schools are “repeatedly” suspending or isolating the same pupils under its new inspection framework, it was reported this week.
A school found to be using suspensions or fixed-term exclusions “inappropriately” would only then be able to achieve a “requires improvement” grade at most, but some teachers say schools need to be able to use internal exclusion such as isolation rooms or suspensions without being “afraid of being clobbered by inspectors”.
Ofsted’s proposals say that inspectors will examine schools’ use of fixed-term or internal exclusions.
Read more on Schools Week.