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RECEPTION


In November 2017, Ofsted published a new early years curriculum report called Bold Beginnings, that shows a third of all five year olds are being failed by their Reception experience. The report highlights missed opportunities and the painful consequences of falling behind. Read more at the Department for Education


A MISSED OPPORTUNITY FOR TOO MANY CHILDREN


Ofsted confirms new arrangements for short inspections


Teach Reception children how to grip a pencil


Children in Reception class in England should be taught how to grip a pencil properly and how to sit correctly at a table, says Ofsted. Inspectors say a third of five year olds do not have the essential knowledge and understanding they need following their first year at school. Read more at the bbc


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From January 2018, Ofsted will give schools one or two years before the next full inspection, if they are no longer rated as ‘good’ following a short inspection. This allows schools more time to address weaknesses and should minimise the burden on schools. Read more at the Department for Education


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