NAHT has long argued that the deep dive approach is not well suited to primary schools, and especially small primary schools, and we are pleased Ofsted has listened. “We hope this is the start ...

During an Ofsted inspection the inspectors will gather evidence to ... This means that providers should always be prepared for an inspection. The Deep Dive approach means that an inspector will take a ...

The inspectors consult with parents, pupils and staff, check curriculum plans and “deep-dive” into the teaching of specific subject areas, particularly maths and English. Ofsted inspectors ...

Ofsted says Jesmond Gardens Primary is a warm ... carrying out an inspection over two days in July. It involved a “deep dive” into various subjects, observing lessons and speaking to teachers ...