"What the pupils need above all is continuity – and they need the self-esteem that comes with knowing that their schoo…"

"Until teaching our neediest children becomes the pinnacle of a professional career, the best-rewarded and most sought…"

"The fact remains that teachers are likely to find it considerably more attractive to work in a successful school with…"

"Having to manage temporary and unqualified teachers can become a severe drain on the remaining experienced staff."

"People should do everything they can to support their teachers [but] they must also be very clear that there is a leg…"

"The code of conduct is relevant only to the tiny, tiny minority of teachers who fall below [the professional conduct]…"

"“What parents said they valued most were discussions with teachers and heads, and what they wanted was more descripti…"

"“She was enormously energetic and committed to making a success of the GTC. She battled to create a sense of credibil…"

"She contributed enormously at a crucial moment to the development of leadership skills and professionalism for the te…"