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Addressing language barriers in UK schools
Jess O'Dwyer, general manager for Europe at Pocketalk, explains how tech can address language barriers and transform a child's learning with English as an additional language.
Summer holidays to be cut short in Wales
The Welsh Government suggests a five-week shortened summer holiday from the usual six weeks to help evenly distribute term times.
The pivotal role of literacy in primary school education
Amelia Clayton and Rachelle Carter, Directors at Madeleine Lindley Ltd, discuss the pivotal role of literacy in primary school education.
New qualification will replace A Levels and T Levels
Rishi Sunak announces plans to scrap A Levels and T Levels and implement a new system combining them into a new single qualification.
Cloud services to enhance teacher collaboration and communication
The introduction of cloud services in the classroom can aid teacher collaboration and communication, as well as improve classroom resource accessibility.
Embracing student voice can help to create classroom inclusivity
Amidst the rapid evolution of our world, it becomes evident that a profound transformation toward classroom inclusivity is needed in the realm of education in the UK.
Helping children with EAL to settle and thrive in school
Schools need to support EAL children to help them feel valued and engaged in the lesson alongside their peers, with an ability to play their part in the school community.
Decarbonising school heating systems
Mounting pressure on already tight budgets has prompted many educational establishments to look for additional savings. One way to cut costs is to upgrade school heating systems, which has added environmental benefits.
Should the national curriculum include teaching social media in schools?
Social media entrepreneur Ryan Williams advocates for teaching social media in schools to inform young people of both the risks and opportunities presented by online platforms.
Classroom observations through a new lens: Supported not scrutinised
Classroom observations often rank high on the list of teacher stresses, contributing to the declining rate of teachers in schools. How could schools adjust this to retain staff?
Why is the Data Protection Officer important for schools?
Malcolm McNinch, Head of Data Governance & Compliance and also Data Protection Officer (DPO) for iSYSTEMS and Cantium Business Solutions, explains the importance of the DPO in our schools.
New approaches to mental health in schools gain traction
To truly improve mental health in schools and the well-being of students, educators and families, there is no substitute for human connection.
It’s time to reconsider professional development training in schools
Matt Tiplin, vice president of ONVU Learning, and former OFSTED inspector and senior MAT leader, believes it’s time to reconsider professional development training in schools.
How can we deliver school improvement on a budget?
VP of ONVU Learning and former MAT senior leader and Ofsted inspector, Matt Tiplin explores ways schools can deliver school improvement on a budget.
How can we effectively deliver sustainability in schools?
Students' concerns surrounding the climate emergency are growing, and delivering sustainability in schools has become critical.
Why we must start teaching children about financial literacy in schools
Schools need to teach real-world, better financial literacy to students, to prepare them for better spending and borrowing in a worsening cost-of-living crisis.
‘Representation really matters’: Why Black history should be taught in British schools
Black history in schools continues to be increasingly vital, as decolonising education and improving representation gives students a broader, more honest curriculum delving into systemic inequality.
Why we need to treat mental health like physical health in schools
Ben Levinson, OBE, headteacher at Kensington Primary School, shares his thoughts on why mental health should have a positive focus the way physical health does, not a negative one.
Freckle Maths: Maintaining momentum in maths
Catherine Magee, teacher of the Year 2021, discusses online learning platform Freckle Maths, maintaining momentum in maths and top tips for bringing joy to the classroom.
Student wellbeing at secondary school: 79% of 14 year olds extremely dissatisfied
Student wellbeing drops sharply after starting secondary school with most adolescents satisfied at 11 and most extremely dissatisfied by 14.