Ofsted finds no political bias at Bristol school criticised for cancelling MP’s visit

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 2 min read 100% complete by Jamie GriersonJanuary 28, 2026 at 03:09 PM

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Ofsted conducted a snap inspection of Bristol Brunel Academy following criticism for postponing a visit by Labour MP Damien Egan, a member of Labour Friends of Israel. The visit was postponed due to planned protests by pro-Palestine activists and NEU members citing concerns over Israeli military operations in Gaza. The inspection, prompted by concerns of political bias, involved reviewing school policy, curriculum, and gathering feedback from staff and parents. The Ofsted report, published Wednesday, found no evidence of partisan political views within the school. Inspectors concluded that the school promotes tolerance, respect for diversity, and ensures political impartiality in its curriculum and teaching.

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Labour Friends of Israel 40% Gaza 40% Israel ×240% Keir Starmer 50% Bristol North East 50% Bristol ×260% National Education Union (NEU) ×260% Damien Egan ×470% Bristol Brunel academy ×380% Ofsted ×490%

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ofsted inspection 90% political impartiality 80% school visit 70% bristol brunel academy 70% pro-palestine 60% tolerance and respect 50% curriculum 50% damien egan 40% national education union 40%