Ofsted's Big Listen closes today. If you have completed it and have confidence, it asked the right questions, and Ofsted will act on what they have been told, then stop reading. If not, you should complete thealternativebiglisten.co.uk by 12 June. Transparent, independent and open.

Frank Norris I’ve completed it now Frank.

It is already providing some fascinating answers!

You are correct Warwick Mansell. In addition, we all know a sharper focus on one aspect of school effectiveness will throw up different findings and there lay a problem for Ofsted in determining the route out of their current dilemma. Time for a moratorium, a breathing space?

But thealternativebiglisten.co.uk is open until 12 June and it asks directly some questions the official survey doesn't.

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I'd have more optimism if the current government had a strong track record of delivering high quality apprenticeships over recent years. And there lies the problem.

thealternativebiglisten.co.uk will report all data in a totally transparent fashion. Closing date 12 June.

I agree. Analysis between pre and post HMCI's appointment using the same Fwk makes this case.

There is just less than 15 hours left to fill in the Ofsted Big Listen survey (gov.uk/government/con…). A little more time (until 12 June) to also complete the Alternative Big Listen (thealternativebiglisten.co.uk)

It has shared the link with their members but I am unsure whether they have formally responded.

This point is so often overlooked when the financial *value* of university courses is calculated

If you want to make your views known about Ofsted, including what you think of the grading system and the effectiveness of the inspectorate, time is running out. You can access the survey link directly below:

Really important opportunity for the education service to provide their views on Ofsted and how it can improve. thealternativebiglisten.co.uk Closing date 12 June. Only takes 10 mins.

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Our children were community volunteers in many ways. Our grandchildren are going down the same path. Pretty insulting to suggest young people being made to do something. Many are already.