The Sutherland Inquiry

Final report

On 16 December 2008, Stewart Sutherland launched the report of his independent inquiry into the delivery of Key Stage 2 and Key Stage 3 National Curriculum tests in 2008.

He commented: “Taken as a whole, I believe that my recommendations will provide for more efficient and secure test delivery, and will benefit schools, markers and most importantly, children in this country.”

The report is available to download from this page.

Addendum: At paragraph 4.92, the Schools Minister has subsequently clarified that on 17 June 2008, he met with David Gee alone. His recollection of Dr Boston's role related to a separate meeting on 2 July 2008.