Commenting on the news today that Ofsted will announce a delay to inspections to allow for proper training in dealing with mental health and wellbeing, Paul Whiteman, general secretary of school leaders’ union NAHT, said:

“This announcement shows that the new Chief Inspector has a greater understanding of the problem. Allowing time for training is a positive signal.

“Next, Sir Martyn needs to agree with the profession immediate steps that will bring sufficient confidence to allow time to develop much needed long-term reform. I look forward discussing this with HMCI this week.”