General
Wednesday
29th Apr 2026
How schools can have their say on the new Ofsted inspections
Two former inspectors have set up a survey enabling leaders to give their honest, anonymous opinions on what it’s like to be inspected under the new framework
How falling rolls are reshaping England’s schools
The downward trend in pupil numbers is dramatically affecting schools’ funding. So what impact is this having on staffing and classes, and are there any silver linings to the crisis? Ellen Peirson-Hagger investigates
Is the sector prepared for a single-pupil view?
Schools will be expected to ‘see’ the whole child by both government and Ofsted, but are they set up to achieve that aim, asks Mark Enser
Friday
24th Apr 2026
Why simple everyday rituals hold huge power
The corporate head of wellbeing at GEMS Education outlines how small everyday practices can be the bedrock of a thriving and happy school environment
Why teachers leave - and what keeps them in the job
Emma Kell explains how research for her book on teachers’ lives shone a light on some of the deeper reasons why staff lose faith in the sector
Schools must work together to prepare for the new curriculum
Two trust leaders explain why they are encouraging more schools to come together and share ideas ahead of the 2028 deadline for implementing new requirements
Thursday
23rd Apr 2026
Scottish education isn’t a fairytale - but it’s not a horror story either
There’s a worrying narrative around teaching in Scotland, writes headteacher Gail Preston, and we need to respond by emphasising the positives of the profession
How can AI align with Scottish schools’ values?
AI can help schools by focusing on their core purpose, says this head in the Scottish Highlands, who is part of a new network addressing AI in education