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I am exasperated at the need for continual change in the way we practise as prescribed, directed and manipulated by the whim of the Government. Last week I was delighted at receiving the 'Outstanding' rating in all categories of our full Ofsted inspection. This week, I learn that a new curriculum is to be put into place from 2008, with associated training commencing 2007. A subsequent overhaul of all the 'Outstanding' policy documentation will be required, as well as getting my 35 staff on board (again) with the latest thinking from the ministry of perpetual motion!

Last week I was delighted at receiving the 'Outstanding' rating in all categories of our full Ofsted inspection. This week, I learn that a new curriculum is to be put into place from 2008, with associated training commencing 2007. A subsequent overhaul of all the 'Outstanding' policy documentation will be required, as well as getting my 35 staff on board (again) with the latest thinking from the ministry of perpetual motion!

Could it be that the need for constant change in curriculum approach and subsequent inspection is simply a method to substantiate employment at the ministry and its ancillary agents? Without constant policy reviews, what would they all do?

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