Kevin Courtney, Joint General Secretary of the NEU, highlights the inspectorate’s critical role in forced academisation.
Michael Farrelly, senior leader in a Special primary school, explains how Ofsted is a driving factor in the teaching recruitment crisis.
Head teacher Cathy Earley shines a light on the startling gaps in Ofsted inspector expertise.
NEU Leadership member Phillipa Kearns describes working at the chalkface whilst the daily worry of receiving ‘the call’ looms large.
Ken Johnson, NEU Leadership member and head teacher, sets out his thoughts on an alternative to the toxic Ofsted inspection system.
In responding to the pay claims of teachers ‘ unions, the government responds with the same refrains – “There’s no money".
A student teacher's experience of working with the NEU.
Almost 20,000 more specialist teachers are needed to fill shortages in EBacc subjects.
Students Hamza Shahbaz and Gabriel Perez detail their experiences of campaigning for much needed change in the education system, specifically around the outdated Ofsted inspectorate.
Dr Meryl Batchelder, explains how climate education can be embraced in schools.
The NEU attended the launch event for the report "Growing Up Online: Children's Online Activities, Harm, and Safety in Northern Ireland" at Stranmillis University College on Thursday 21 September 2023.
