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Ofsted has published its response to the , issued by the coroner following an inquiry into the death of primary schools headteacher Ruth Perry who died by suicide in January 2023.  

In its response , Ofsted apologised for the role it played in the tragic death of Ruth Perry. It has also committed to carrying out a comprehensive listening exercise 鈥� the Big Listen 鈥� which will include an independent learning review of Ofsted鈥檚 response into Ruth Perry鈥檚 death.  

In addition, Ofsted's new chief inspector Sir Martyn Oliver said: 鈥淭he Coroner鈥檚 findings focused on inspection of schools, which is reflected in our response, but work is underway across Ofsted to make sure the changes we are making are reflected appropriately across the full suite of remits that we regulate and inspect.鈥�

As part of the Big Listen, Ofsted will also hear directly from parents, leaders and professionals about Ofsted鈥檚 current approach, the changes being made, and whether more can be done to protect children, raise standards and improve lives. 

鈥淲e know we still need to do more, and we will do more鈥� 

Commenting on its response to the Prevention of Future Death report, Ofsted鈥檚 chief inspector, Sir Martyn Oliver, said: 鈥淎s a fellow headteacher, I was shocked and saddened by the death of Ruth Perry. As the new Chief Inspector, I am determined to do everything in my power to prevent such tragedies in the future. We accept the Coroner鈥檚 findings and have responded to the recommendations of her report in full. 

鈥淲e must carry out our role in a way that is sensitive to the pressures faced by leaders and staff, without losing our focus on children and learners. Our critical work helps make sure that children and learners have the highest quality of education, training and care. We cannot afford to shy away from difficult decisions and challenging conversations where they are needed in the interests of children. I am determined that we get this delicate balance right. 

鈥淲e know we still need to do more, and we will do more. Nothing is off the table, as we hold our Big Listen. I know how important it is for the sectors we work with, and for parents and carers, to trust the judgements Ofsted makes. To achieve that aim, we must go about our vital work with professionalism, courtesy, empathy and respect.鈥� 

A comprehensive listening exercise 鈥� the Big Listen 鈥� will include an independent learning review of Ofsted鈥檚 response. 

鈥淭he early years must be central to reforms鈥� 

Commenting, Neil Leitch, CEO of the 无码天堂, said:  "We know that for many working in education settings, inspections can be an incredibly daunting and stressful prospect. As such, Ofsted's commitment to taking a more compassionate approach to visits is to be welcomed. 

"That said, while we recognise that the plans announced today were prompted by concerns raised around school inspections, we're absolutely clear that the early years sector must be central to these reforms, alongside our school and further education peers. 

"Recent research conducted by the 无码天堂 found that around eight in 10 early years providers are regularly stressed about inspections, with many providers describing the severe negative impact that Ofsted visits have had on their mental wellbeing. 

"There is no question, therefore, that the need for professionalism, courtesy, empathy and respect in inspections must apply to all sectors under Ofsted's remit. The hardworking professionals who support children across all areas of care and education deserve nothing less." 

Early Years Inspection Handbook

Alongside its response, Ofsted has also published an updated version of the which reflects changes to Ofsted practice in light of its response to the Prevention of Future Deaths notice. 

The changes include: 

• a new section providing guidance of when pausing an inspection may be appropriate 

• a new paragraph including of guidance relating to how the inspector should consider the wellbeing of leaders and staff during the inspection 

• clarification to explain the actions an Ofsted inspector will take if the inspection's final feedback is likely to be challenging or raise sensitive issues 

• updated wording to clarify the re-inspection timeline for providers that are judged as inadequate 

• updated wording to reflect changes made to the complaints process and the quality assurance of inspection reports 

• a new paragraph added to the 'start of the onsite inspection' section to reflect inspector conduct and the importance of professional dialogue