Concerns about the number of teachers leaving the profession led Ofsted chief Sir Michael Wilshaw to comment on the issue at the launch the inspectorate’s annual report in early December.
He said: “Retention in many ways is more important than recruitment. I don’t know what the figures are in terms of teachers leaving the profession but it is sad if the numbers really are higher than they have ever been.
“I think that’s because teaching is becoming a tougher and tougher game. Ofsted wants higher standards, the government wants higher standards, the pressure is going to increase. But if you’re in a school that is well led, you will continue to do well.”
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