‘Widespread’ sexual harassment and sexual violence is not being tackled effectively in English schools, according to a report from the Women and Equalities Committee.

Birmingham City Council is failing to protect vulnerable children across its schools and children’s services, according to Ofsted’s Chief Inspector Sir Michael Wilshaw.

Education Secretary Nicky Morgan has confirmed that she will proceed in recommending Amanda Spielman as Ofsted’s new Chief Inspector, despite MPs raising ‘significant concerns’ over her suitability for the post.

The Commons Sub-Committee on Education, Skills and the Economy has called for Ofsted to issue schools which offer substandard careers advice with a lower ranking.

Ofsted chief inspector Michael Wilshaw has cautioned that too many children and young people in care in England are not getting the service they deserve, with 75 per cent of children’s services rated as inadequate or requires improvement.

Ofsted has highlighted to its inspectors to be aware of schools that are trying to boost their league table scores by crossing over content.