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Steve Rollett
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7 ways Ofsted could make transition to its ‘best bad idea’ easier
If Ofsted is intent on keeping its November start date for new inspections, it needs to do a lot more to help the sector be ready, argues Steve Rollett
General
10 July 2025
Steve Rollett
CST: 5 ways Ofsted should rethink its inspection plans
The deputy CEO of the Confederation of School Trusts reveals the key recommendations in its response to Ofsted’s consultation on proposed changes to inspections
General
22 April 2025
Number 5 being painted
The quiet revolution in school improvement
‘Collaboration’ is a buzzword of the moment. Confederation of School Trusts deputy chief executive Steve Rollett says it’s good to see the policymakers catching up with practice
General
3 April 2025
Academy trusts are using collaboration to deliver school improvement, writes Steve Rollett
Moderation in everything: how Ofsted could reassure the sector
Whatever shape Ofsted’s report cards end up taking, we need to be confident that the judgements are reliable says CST’s deputy chief executive Steve Rollett
General
7 February 2025
Lots of life buoys
Single-word judgements overhaul - vive la révolution?
CST deputy CEO Steve Rollett takes a page from the history books to consider how revolutionary the end of Ofsted’s one-word judgements is – and what comes next
General
2 September 2024
Single-word judgements overhaul - vive la révolution?
Whoever wins the election, trusts are ready to work with them
The deputy CEO of the Confederation of School Trusts explains why it’s important the organisation holds no political affiliations, especially during an election
General
14 June 2024
Steve Rollett