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Like many teachers, Sarah Simons had a long to-do list for the holidays – and not ticking anything off has been blissful

Deep into her summer Netflix binge, Sarah Simons realised that a universal love of TV is the perfect bridge to learning

Nostalgia isn’t always a good thing – particularly if you use it to criticise colleges today, writes Sarah Simons

In today’s fast-changing world, lecturers in vocational subjects need to update their industry knowledge constantly to ensure that their students acquire the latest skills. The problem is, college staff aren’t being given enough time for CPD. Under such circumstances, how can we make sure that FE remains industry-relevant, asks Sarah Simons

Sarah Simons does not have great trust in the new prime minister. So can she believe him this time?

Working in adult and community education often means no summer holiday - and Sarah Simons wouldn’t have it any other way