Friday
Why banning mobile phones in school is a smart move
The education secretary came in for a lot of flak when he suggested that schools outlaw mobile phones – but, putting the politics aside, such a ban leads to fewer distractions in the classroom, increased safety and less anxiety for students, says vice-principal Neal Oates
Mental health initiatives in schools need to go further
We are in the midst of a mental health crisis among young people – one that predates the pandemic. But while schools have never been more aware of the issues facing students, many common approaches to wellbeing simply aren’t working, says Helen Street
Friday
What does a nurture approach look like?
Katherine McGreal explains how her school has put nurture first – and how it has impacted students
Paris Hilton: the unlikely anti-restraint campaigner
US socialite Paris Hilton has got behind those campaigning to end restraint and seclusion in schools
How can teachers get male pupils to ask for help?
In their efforts to tackle academic underachievement among boys, many schools are overlooking a key factor – young men’s reluctance to ask for support, says Mark Roberts, as he suggests ways in which teachers can encourage male pupils to reach out
How I ended exclusions at my school
No child has been permanently removed from Simon Flowers’ all-through school in 15 years. Shifting to a ‘zero-exclusions’ approach isn’t easy and it takes time, the head explains – but it’s worth it to avoid the long-term impact of such an action
Thursday
Does all misbehaviour communicate an unmet need?
The no-excuses, retributive mindset is an unforgiving one – and pupils end up paying a high price, says Mary Meredith
Why I’ll be keeping my desks in rows, even after Covid
Desks in rows were a Covid safety measure – but this primary teacher says they’re staying in her classroom
