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The latest news, analysis and thought leadership for UK schools
Monday
27th Oct 2025
Sendcos back statutory mainstream support plan
Teacher Tapp data shows a higher level of support among Sendcos than other teachers for plans to create a new layer of learning support in mainstream schools
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DfE misses key teacher pay review deadline
Teacher pay review process ‘undermined’ by the government’s late submission of evidence, warn unions
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Schools ‘disincentivised’ from helping poorest children
Former DfE permanent secretary calls for major reform, warning that the school system currently fails the pupils most in need of help
4 ways to promote creative careers in your curriculum
The programme lead for Discover! Creative Careers outlines a list of ways schools can show students the merits of a career in the creative industries
AI ‘girlfriend’ apps: what teachers need to know
AI apps that simulate romantic relationships present a number of hidden dangers, says safeguarding lead Thomas Michael, who explains what schools can do to help protect students
7 ways we’re addressing the decline in pupil reading
Globeducate education director Oanh Crouch outlines the steps being taken by the group to boost reading among children, both for academic prowess and enjoyment
Friday
24th Oct 2025
New guidance on school uniform: all you need to know
From September 2026, a new legal limit on the number of compulsory branded uniform items will be introduced. To plan wisely, schools should start preparing now
How we use parents’ stories to inspire and engage pupils
A simple idea of parents sharing their life experiences with students over a cup of tea has turned into a powerful part of our curriculum, explains this international school leader
Laura Trott: Heads have to ‘fight’ for exclusions
Shadow education secretary talks to Tes about the ‘pushback’ facing heads on exclusions, how schools are ‘lagging’ on phone bans and why RISE plans are ‘reckless’
How to teach maths through continuous provision
Maths is a subject that lends itself to continuous provision, writes Katie Jenkins, who shares advice on how to meet curriculum objectives through play