
Outstanding
Steve Baker(Author)
Crown House Publishing
Published on 17. April 2025
Book
Paperback/Softback
288 pages
978-1-78583-740-1 (ISBN)
Description
A hilarious story of a disillusioned head teacher preparing for an OFSTED inspection while coping with an incompetent reality TV crew, truculent teachers and a lot of pigs!
Reviews / Votes
At one level this is a fabulous well-crafted, fast-paced, humorous story filled with intricate twists and turns and very many laugh-out-loud moments. At another level it might reflect what will be left behind if politicians and the media continue to fuel a recruitment and retention crisis in schools, caused by rushed and badly thought-out policies, biased and disparaging media reports, and a deteriorating inspectorate. Either way, please read this book; I loved it.Will Ryan Outstanding by Steve Baker is witty, engaging, and blends comedy with biting social commentary. With a cast of vividly drawn characters, Baker captures the chaos and pressures of modern education with humour and insight. The story is both amusing and touchingly poignant, offering thought-provoking moments amidst the hilarity. Educators and former students alike will feel right at home in Baker's world of larger-than-life personalities and brilliantly crafted satire. A thoroughly enjoyable read from start to finish!Isabella WallaceMore details
Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Height: 217 mm
Width: 140 mm
Thickness: 27 mm
Weight
368 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-78583-740-1 (9781785837401)
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Person
Steve Baker lives in Anglesey, North Wales with his wife Sian. After a long career in education, from which he is semi-retired, he wrote his highly acclaimed non-fiction title, That Behaviour Book, which won book of the year in the Teach Secondary awards in 2023. As a life-long comedy fan, he's now written his first hilarious novel, Outstanding!.