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Ofsted to Monitor Headteachers' Mental Health Amid Concerns

2/6/2026

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Ofsted will monitor headteachers' mental health under an agreement with the National Association of Head Teachers (NAHT).
The move follows concerns about the system, including the 2023 Ruth Perry case.
An advisory group chaired by Sinead McBrearty of Education Support will analyze wellbeing effects.
Sir Martyn Oliver says feedback will be used to improve the system.
A NAHT poll shows 45% of school leaders sought mental health support last year.

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Ofsted will monitor headteachers' mental health under an agreement with the National Association of Head Teachers (NAHT).
The move follows concerns about the system, including the 2023 Ruth Perry case.
An advisory group chaired by Sinead McBrearty of Education Support will analyze wellbeing effects.
Sir Martyn Oliver says feedback will be used to improve the system.
A NAHT poll shows 45% of school leaders sought mental health support last year.