October
Majority of youngsters are happy - new survey finds - but many worry about bullying, drink and drugs
A major new survey of almost 150,000 10 to 15 year-olds in England reveals that a large majority are happy, healthy and feel safe in their schools and local areas – but almost half are worried about their future.
- 28 Oct 2008
- Ref no: NR- 2008-35
Youngsters want more internet protection, says new report
Children living away from home, or using social care services, want to feel safer online, be protected from unsuitable sites and have adult supervision, highlights a new report published today by the Children’s Rights Director for England, Dr Roger Morgan.
- 24 Oct 2008
- Ref no: NR- 2008-34
New Ofsted report looks at reintegration of disaffected pupils
A shared commitment by school staff to helping pupils succeed – and robust monitoring of pupils’ academic, personal and social progress – are among the keys to reengaging pupils who have become uninterested or de-motivated, according to the latest survey from Ofsted.
- 14 Oct 2008
- Ref no: NR- 2008-33
Joint consultation on school-level indicators to measure well-being: improving information available to schools
The Department for Children, Schools and Families (DCSF) and Ofsted today launched a consultation on a proposed standard set of school level indicators which will recognise and reward schools for their contribution to pupil’s well-being.
- 09 Oct 2008
- Ref no: NR- 2008-32
Breaking through the language barrier
The quality of English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) training is getting better, but a lot more needs to be done to ensure standards are lifted beyond ‘satisfactory’ levels.
- 03 Oct 2008
- Ref no: NR- 2008-31
Report highlights the benefit of learning outside the classroom
A new Ofsted report reveals that pupils’ participation and achievement can benefit significantly from getting involved with activities outside the classroom – but not all schools and colleges are reaping the full benefits, because some do not incorporate many off-site experiences into the curriculum.
- 02 Oct 2008
- Ref no: NR- 2008-30