Ofsted Inspectors recommend Gypsy, Roma and Traveller Pupils are a focus for inspections

The report on Education, skills and training highlighted that nationally Gypsy, Roma and Traveller pupils are the lowest achieving group across all Key Stages, with the highest percentage of absences and exclusions. This is replicated across Kent, and although Kent GRT pupils in the EYFS and KS2 are outperforming their national peers and Kent KS4 pupils’ results are in line with national GRT figures there is still a great deal of work to be done to accelerate the progress of these vulnerable learners.

Ofsted are now acting upon this. In the latest School inspection update, issue 13 the recommendation is that “Inspectors should always be mindful of provision and outcomes for GRT pupils during inspections. They should focus in greater depth when these groups represent a significant number in a school.” Kent is likely to be one of the top 12 focus areas.

In response to the Ofsted School inspection update The Inclusion Support Service Kent (ISSK) are holding a network and discussion afternoon to support schools to improve outcomes for GRT pupils.

Gypsy, Roma and Traveller Pupils: Addressing the Challenges and Improving Outcomes
Sessions House -  Rother Room - 15/06/2018 - 1:30pm - 4:30pm

All schools are invited to receive expert support and advice from specialist GRT advisors. This open forum discussion provides an opportunity to:

• Gain an understanding of the latest research to find out what works to raise the attainment and inclusion, improve attendance and reduce exclusions of GRT pupils
• Share your challenges and good practice with colleagues
• Plan GRT case studies for your Ofsted grab file.

Individual school consultations available from 4:30pm - 5.30pm.

Booking available through CPD online

For further information regarding GRT inclusion please contact Gillie Heath by emailing Gillie.Heath@kent.gov.uk or by calling 03000 41 70 93.