From November, parents will be given more detail about their children’s education with the introduction of new-look report cards, Ofsted has confirmed today.

New 5-point grading scale, including the new ‘exceptional’ grade, designed to raise standards, confirmed following support from parents.

Parents and carers to receive the detailed information about nurseries, schools and colleges they’ve asked for, with strengths and areas for improvement highlighted.

Schools and colleges with identified areas for improvement to receive additional monitoring inspections, to ensure swift improvements are made.

Nurseries and childminders to be inspected more frequently, to ensure all children receive the best start in life.

Disadvantaged and vulnerable children at the heart of reforms, with a focus

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