Friday
What one Rust Belt town teaches us about closing achievement gaps
The impact of a literacy programme in Steubenville, Ohio, shows it is possible to boost outcomes for white, working-class pupils – so let’s act now, says Mike Fischer
Why 20 years at a special school has been a joy and privilege
A teacher embarking on another year at a SEMH special school explains why we she fell in love with a challenging job – and keeps on coming back for more
Thursday
Russia bans IB after branding it ‘undesirable’
At least 29 schools listed as delivering IB courses are likely to be affected by the decision
Free meals and activities for poorer pupils in the holidays extended
The future of the government’s Holiday Activities and Food Programme had been uncertain but funding has now been guaranteed for another three years
Why new teachers must look after their wellbeing
In her final piece in a series for new teachers, Dr Sarah Mullin says that great teaching can only happen if staff are able to prioritise their personal wellbeing
4 tips for pastoral teams at the start of a new year
The beginning of a new school year provides a chance for pastoral teams to get together and map out key priorities to ensure that pupils get the support they need
6 common curriculum mistakes - and how to avoid them
With the curriculum and assessment review expected to deliver its findings in the autumn, Mark and Zoe Enser outline six common curriculum pitfalls, and how effective schools avoid them
Wednesday
Teachers fear looking like ‘cheats’ by using AI
Almost half of teachers have had no support from their school in using artificial intelligence in the classroom, research shows
School anxiety ‘a big factor’ in ASN pupils’ absence
Children with additional support needs who are not attending school often lack ‘appropriate support and positive relationships with trusted adults’, says report
How Scottish schools can drive environmental education
Environmental education should be a process of learning to see ourselves as part of nature and the living systems that sustain us, says Professor Ria Dunkley
DfE property firm secures extension amid quango cull
LocatED received £9 million of government funding last year and paid its CEO up to £285,000, its latest accounts reveal
Cognita expands in Middle East with 5-school deal
New partnership with schools in Saudi Arabia, Oman and Qatar comes as international school groups continue to grow their international footprints
