The importance of school culture for teacher retention
As we all know, the UK and many countries across the world are facing teacher shortages and it is important to find and reflect on approaches that could help us to address this crucial issue. This is precisely the aim of the Teaching Commission.
The use of AI in schools – Annual Lecture summary and special issue of Impact
The use of AI (artificial intelligence) in education seems to be on everybody’s mind at the moment. We were therefore delighted to host our Annual Lecture on exactly this topic on Monday 10th March 2025 at SalesForce Tower in London.
Chartered Teacher Programme: The big picture – The Chartered College of Teaching
Chartered Teacher Programme: The big picture We can all remember a teacher who made a difference to us at some point in our educational journey. Sometimes this difference is achieved through what turns out to be a significant gesture or event. It might be the teacher who spotted your abilities or talent, who gave you […]
Ofsted consultation response
We have spent the last few weeks digesting the proposals from Ofsted and DfE, and planning how we can bring together the collective voices of our members in our response and recommendations to the consultations.
What do members want from a new government?
At the Chartered College of Teaching, we believe that education policy should focus on developing and sustaining teacher professionalism.
As we move towards a general election, it’s vital that the voices of teachers and school leaders are heard
A new government must commit to developing its plans for education in partnership with the profession. We see what our pupils and their families need in order to flourish, and we are committed to education as the route to shaping knowledgeable, skilled and creative individuals who together can build a better world.
How an understanding of professionalism underpins our response to Ofsted’s Big Listen
Ofsted inspections need to change. Earlier this year, almost all of more than 2,000 members who responded to our poll agreed, with 83% wanting inspections paused, and 15% suggesting inspection should continue while reforms take place.
Chartered College of Teaching has a new mission statement
Times are changing, and the importance of education is once again becoming a key part of our national debate.
Recognising the Power of Mentoring for Teacher Development
I’ve been really lucky recently as I’ve had the chance to talk to a range of experienced and expert teachers, mentors and educators about mentoring.
Dame Alison’s New Year’s Priorities
As we open the new pages of 2023, we say goodbye to another turbulent year. While we will all have hoped to focus on Covid recovery, new stresses and strains have distracted us.
