The Guardian Ofsted inspections of schools could be reduced to just once every 10 years, it emerged yesterday, as part of a radical shake-up being planned by the education watchdog. Speakers had described how teachers' lives had been ruined by the stress and trauma of regular Ofsted inspections.
Most schools face inspection every six years, or every four when they cause concern.
But yesterday Mr Johnson told delegates any protest must be ruled out because of the changes signalled by Mr Tomlinson, who took over from Mr Woodhead in a one-year appointment. A consultation document is expected to be published after the general election. Chris Woodhead would have his feet up on the desk and tell you to 'push off'. His body language was openly insulting. A 16-year old boy who lost a high court attempt to force his teachers to teach him was yesterday given the right to appeal.