F&*k OFSTED‪!‬

Ofsted was formed in 1992. It's time for a radical change. Ofsted has lost both the trust and the goodwill of the educational establishment. Schools should be empowered and intrinsically motivated to take charge of their destiny and not dance to the tune of an external regulatory body. Ofsted is a body that unwittingly creates a sense of fear, causing schools to play safe, whereas learning is all about taking apparent risks, by taking steps out of your comfort zone to grow and flourish.

This book looks to explore and challenge a culture that needs to change and advocates a range of tried and trusted strategies that could support schools in challenging the powers that be. It is a mix of theory, practice, and personal reflections of a former headteacher who has successfully led a number of schools through significant educational change.