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ICT in primary and secondary schools: Ofsted's findings 2005/07
Since September 2005 Ofsted has selected a total sample of 60 primary and 60 secondary schools for the annual ICT subject survey. Primary schools were visited for one day and secondary schools for two days.
- 09 Jan 2008
- Ref 070214
- Ofsted
Identifying good practice: a survey of college provision in arts and media
This report has findings from a survey of college provision in arts and media; it identifies the factors that enable students to produce high-quality work and make good progress. The sample covered work in the visual arts, performing arts, music and media. Inspectors focused on four main themes: creative teaching and learning; the development of technical and craft skills; developing students as practitioners; and inter-disciplinary work.
The report is complemented by a DVD. Copies are available from our publications centre while stocks last: freepublications@ofsted.gov.uk; 07002 637833.
- 20 Feb 2009
- Ref 070234
- Ofsted
Identifying good practice: a survey of college provision in English language and literature, and modern foreign languages
This report results from a survey of factors which enable post-16 learners to make good progress in sector subject area 12: languages, literature and culture, specifically, in English and modern foreign languages. Inspectors visited 18 colleges where provision in English and/or modern foreign languages had been judged to be good or outstanding at their most recent inspection. The report contains examples of good practice and recommendations for further improvement.
- 03 Apr 2009
- Ref 070248
- Ofsted
Identifying good practice: a survey of college provision in hairdressing and beauty therapy
This report presents the findings from a survey of college provision in hairdressing and beauty therapy and identifies the factors that enable students to produce high-quality work and make good progress. Inspectors visited 12 colleges where provision had been judged to be good or outstanding at their most recent inspection. Examples of good practice are given and recommendations are made for further improvement across the sector.
- 27 Mar 2009
- Ref 070247
- Ofsted
Identifying good practice: a survey of college provision in hospitality and catering
This report presents the findings from a survey of college provision in hospitality and catering and identifies the factors that enable students to produce high-quality work and make good progress. Inspectors visited 12 colleges where provision had been judged to be good or outstanding at their most recent inspection. Examples of good practice are given and recommendations are made for further improvement
- 27 Mar 2009
- Ref 080302
- Ofsted
Identifying good practice: a survey of college provision in information and communication technology
This report examines factors that enable post-16 learners to make good progress in the sector subject area of information and communication technology. Between October 2007 and March 2008, inspectors visited 25 colleges where provision in information and communication technologies had been judged to be good or outstanding at their most recent inspection. The report has examples of good practice and recommendations for further improvement.
- 30 Jan 2009
- Ref 080299
- Ofsted
Identifying good practice: a survey of college provision in leisure, travel and tourism
This report details the aspects of provision for leisure, travel and tourism in colleges which enable post-16 learners to make good progress. Between September 2007 and March 2008 inspectors visited 17 colleges where provision in sport, leisure and recreation and travel and tourism had been judged outstanding or good at their most recent inspection. The report gives examples of good practice, and recommendations for improvement are made.
- 30 Jan 2009
- Ref 070245
- Ofsted
Implementation of 14-19 reforms: an evaluation of progress
This report evaluates the progress being made in implementing 14–19 reforms, based on visits to 16 local authority areas from April 2007 to March 2008. Partnerships were well established in almost all the areas visited and collaboration was effective in providing a broad range of courses, particularly in Key Stage 4. However, progression from 14 to 19 needs to be made clearer and more coherent, particularly for those on vocational programmes.
A second report was published in August 2009.
- 03 Sep 2008
- Ref 070258
- Ofsted
Implementation of 14–19 reforms, including the introduction of Diplomas
This is Ofsted’s second report evaluating the progress made in implementing 14–19 reforms. It follows up some of the key strategic issues of the first report, in 2008, and focuses particularly on the introduction of the new 14–19 Diplomas.
Overall, 14–19 initiatives have continued to widen opportunities and meet the needs of young people. Progress in introducing the Diplomas was promising across the 23 consortia visited, many of which have been at the forefront of 14–19 developments. While the main subject learning of the Diplomas was generally going well, other elements, and particularly functional skills, needed more attention.
- 17 Aug 2009
- Ref 080267
- Ofsted
Improvement through inspection
This report is an appraisal of Ofsted's work, particularly on the impact of inspection on the quality and standards of education. The review will be relevant to all interested in and knowledgeable about the improvement of education in England. It spans Ofsted’s sphere of activity and the main focus is on school inspection.
- 30 Jul 2004
- Ref 2244
- Ofsted