Curriculum

Teaching her Year 2 class sign language has improved learning in writing and maths, as well as motivation and lesson flow, says teacher Amy Smith

Improving the quality of your teaching needs to start with self-reflection, says Kulvarn Atwal, as he describes an evidence-based framework that he’d urge every teacher to use

In recent years, there’s been a push to decolonise the English, history and arts curriculum in schools – and according to one researcher, it’s now time to put science under the microscope

The value of knowledge organisers for learning is hotly debated – but if used effectively, with a clear strategy in place, they can transform independent learning, says this assistant head

In early years leadership, things can change quickly depending on the staff, the cohort of children and the budget. Here, Helen Pinnington shares advice on how to navigate the challenges

Encountering knowledge that provokes uncomfortable reactions can be disruptive in class. But, with the right scaffolding, students can learn a lot, say teacher educators Debra Williams-Gualandi and Elke Van dermijnsbrugge 

Plans for all pupils to study maths to 18 must address the issue of maths anxiety as this is a big part of what’s holding many children back, says Alex Quigley

As the cost-of-living crisis bites, some have questioned the use of real food as teaching resources. But do the benefits of sensory food play outweigh these concerns? Irena Barker finds out

A nativity performance is a highlight in the school calendar – and this year, Flakefleet Primary decided to do things a little differently. Headteacher Dave McPartlin explains how it worked

Many in the early years sector were unhappy with the changes in 2021 but a year or so on and desire, and energy for change, are in the air, writes Julian Grenier

The government has spent £100 million on its Teaching for Mastery maths programme, and yet, given the availability of a number of other ‘mastery’ programmes, there is confusion in schools about a clear definition of ‘maths mastery’. Kate Parker takes a look at the maths mastery landscape and the evidence behind it

Writing outcomes this year may tell a bleak story, but the situation isn’t hopeless, says Alex Quigley, with simple classroom practices able to have a big impact