Beyond Levels

Supporting schools and teachers with our #LearningFirst approach

[Beyond Levels @BeyondLevels]

#NoMoreGrades #Safeguarding #InspectorsFit4Purpose #Peer2PeerEvaluation https://t.co/ScyKuEfxxS

[Simon Kidwell @simonkidwell]

In the space of a few months Caversham Primary has been graded outstanding, inadequate and good.
Single word grades used to judge schools are highly problematic and do not help parents.

[Edmund Barnett-Ward @Edmund_B_W]

@PaulGarvey4 @AngelaRayner @s Ofsted's complacency is something I'll never get. As Nikki da Costa said on R4: "The consequences of poor legislation are felt by the public, often in very visceral ways...as Diane Abbot said; what could be more unjust than losing your life because of poorly drafted legislation?"

[Beyond Levels @BeyondLevels]

Do you remember when you joined X? I do! #MyXAnniversary

Wow! 12 years ago.

[school data updates @jpembroke]

KS2 results 2025 (vs 2024):

% achieving expected standards

RWM: 62% (61%)
R: 75% (74%)
W: 72% (72%)
M: 74% (73%)
GPS: 73% (72%)

https://t.co/L5q7iei20u

[school data updates @jpembroke]

It’s KS2 results day tomorrow. If anyone has any questions about accountability measures, which pupils are included and which ones aren’t, and how things are calculated, please do ask. I’ll be around all day.

[Schools Week @SchoolsWeek]

Breaking: Leaders’ unions will consider the 'unprecedented step' of asking their members to quit as Ofsted inspectors unless the watchdog delays roll-out of new inspections and ditch plans for five grades

https://t.co/Tv1Sq9MxSO

[Frank Norris @FrankWNorris]

Important research paper includes evidence from Alternative Big Listen and confirms our belief that a major overhaul is required. Amending Toolkits won't be sufficient to address fundamental weaknesses in the process and unlikely to win back lost trust. https://t.co/BgpwJKckfa

[Frank Norris @FrankWNorris]

The Alternative Big Consultation report on Ofsted’s current proposals is published today. We’re pleased with press coverage and general response. You can read full report at https://t.co/eopbDJFzO0. The second part provides insight into the strong desire for more radical change.

[Ros Wilson @rosBIGWRITING]

Our Talk:Write School and Teacher packages are available as digital only. 4 hours video CPD, PDF books and resources. They are cheaper than our print book versions. Ideal for those who work paper-free or read on devices. https://t.co/Z6K7D61nLf

[Colin Richards @colinsparkbridg]

Julia Waters, Ruth Perry's sister, has just completed the ABC .Please do the same and comment on Ofsted's fitness for purpose @thealternativebiglisten.co.uk

[Mary Myatt @MaryMyatt]

I’m doing some webinars to show how it’s possible to provide all our pupils with gorgeous, accessible content in geography, history and RE.

The webinars will be live and recorded. Each session will include a draft planning unit for KS1, KS2 and KS3.

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[Frank Norris @FrankWNorris]

Following the Big Listen we hoped Ofsted had listened. Their current consultation suggests they haven't. So, today we launch Alternative Big Consultation where you can unequivocally give your views on their proposals as well as consider fresh approaches. https://t.co/hGbaRGZQ0a

[Tom Sherrington @teacherhead]

Ofsted. Inspection. The sheer relentless stupid bollocks of it all. Too much power, not enough meaning or credibility.. and everyone has to dance the bloody tune.
Time to put it out of its misery and everyone else’s so they can get on with the real work.

[Mary Myatt @MaryMyatt]

New webinar:

Personal Development and Oracy: Two sides of the same coin

A free session on Wednesday 29th January at 5pm

[John Roberts @JohnGRoberts]

Ofsted’s trial inspections of volunteer schools which will start from the first week of next term will be testing out new toolkits that are set to be part of the next inspection framework. https://t.co/UbgC6ttWzc

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[Tes magazine @tes]

What is behaviour expert Bill Rogers' biggest worry? 'The rise of an approach to leadership in the classroom that’s more inclined to appease students'
https://t.co/5k1l6UY77l

[HeadteacherChat @Headteacherchat]

Event Announcement: Leading and Delivering the Curriculum in a Small School

Anne, Head of Primary Curriculum at HFL Education, and Kate, Lead Teaching and Learning Adviser, will deliver an insightful session titled:
"Leading and Delivering the Curriculum in a Small School: Pedagogy When Teaching Mixed Age Classes."

Date: Friday, 3rd January
Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM GMT

Key Takeaways:

Principles of effective curriculum design
Addressing unique challenges and opportunities in small schools
Practical strategies for curriculum delivery
This session offers practical guidance and thoughtful discussion for school leaders and educators.

[Steve Chalke @SteveChalke]

Until we adapt & develop our whole educational pedagogy, curriculum, assessment & regulation to be wider, more inclusive & more relevant to children’s lives, learning-styles & circumstances, the number of children needing EHCPs, & parents demanding them, will continue to ballon.

[Ros Wilson @rosBIGWRITING]

SPECIAL OFFER: Our digital books and packages are currently 30% off. Talk:Write, oracy, vocabulary, speaking and listening, writing, early-career advice. https://t.co/3onqiIAwRx

[Colin Richards @colinsparkbridg]

All the more reason for a moratorium on routine inspections while a new inspection settlement is negotiated by the government (not Ofsted) in consultation with the sector