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On the one side are schools that tyrannise pupils with hardline behaviour policies, and on the other, those that shy away from punishment for wrongdoing. Both approaches are misguided, argues philosopher Michael Hand

Schools have a moral obligation to teach primary pupils about same-sex relationships – but unclear RSE guidance means not all do. Such schools are failing in their duty of care, writes Michael Hand

Few people, ironically, have yet made a persuasive, rational argument for the introduction of philosophy onto the school curriculum, but Michael Hand believes he’s nailed the syllogism that proves the case