§ Mr. John MarshallTo ask the Secretary of State for Education and Science if he has any further proposals to ensure that standards of teaching are adequately assessed: and if he will make a statement.
§ Mrs. RumboldThe intended outcome of pilot work on teacher appraisal in six authorities is a proven set of guidelines which will form the basis of an agreed national framework. The implementation of that framework should lead to a system which will both enhance career development for teachers and raise standards of teaching in our schools.