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Key Stage (KS) 2 SATs will take place in May 2026. Here's the key information you need, plus examples of questions you might ask your headteacher. If you're asked to be an independent observer, use our checklist to know what to look out for.
Learn how your board can provide strategic oversight on restrictive interventions, including the use of reasonable force. Our suggested questions will help you assess whether the data reflects improving practice and whether leaders are using these insights to drive measurable, sustained improvements.
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