BEAT IT! How to see off the sickness that infects so many teachers

Many teachers in the UK find an inspection by the Office of Standards in Education extremely stressful. However, there are ways in which inspection-related stress can be reduced. These include taking care not to lose sight of the real role of teachers and having a clear sense of purpose while the inspection is actually taking place. Teachers must seek to manage the inspection process, and should put this process into perspective by continuing with enjoyable activities.