General
Friday
10th May 2024
Ofsted inspections: 8 tips for making complaints
A MAT leader who successfully appealed against an Ofsted inspection judgement shares advice for other school leaders considering making a complaint
‘Schools can be at the heart of a modern, fresh Sure Start’
The next government needs to put in place an ambitious framework for early childhood support, argues Anne Longfield
Wednesday
8th May 2024
The harmful effects of absence stretch beyond school
New research on the impact of absence on students’ post-school destinations offers insights into improving attendance in the wake of the pandemic
4 behaviour insights school leaders should know about
With new government research revealing emerging behaviour trends in schools, a safeguarding lead picks out the key points
Teachers need a reservoir of skills - not just a repertoire
The teacher recruitment and retention crises show that the system requires far-reaching reform, argue two members of the Faculty of Education at the University of Cambridge
Thursday
2nd May 2024
Should fixing the structure of the school system be an election priority?
At the Schools and Academies Show, a panel of education experts debated if a lack of clarity on school structure is holding schools back – or if other challenges need fixing first
John Swinney set to become FM - what does it mean for education?
John Swinney is the only candidate in the SNP leadership race – what can schools expect from Nicola Sturgeon’s ‘safe pair of hands’?
Faith special schools can help to ease SEND pressure
The chief education officer of the Church of England says new government plan could have a big impact on special educational needs support – but more resources will still be needed
Who is Bridget Phillipson?
We take a closer look at the background and career of the shadow secretary of state for education, Bridget Phillipson