As RISE celebrates its one-year anniversary on 3 February 2026, I've been reflecting on what this work has taught me – not just about outcomes, but about how improvement actually happens on the ground. Why I applied to become a …
Waterville Primary School's headteacher, Mark Nugent, talks about successfully building specialist SEN units for speech and language needs, while maintaining academic standards and supporting a diverse community of learners.
Elkie Bailes shares how The Greetland Academy's pupil premium approach, using individual profiles and quality teaching, helped every disadvantaged child meet expected standards.
Sam Creighton talks about building a writing curriculum based on meaningful projects. Children learn specific writing skills while keeping the joy and pride that comes from creating their work.
Manchester Enterprise Academy's disadvantaged pupils are thriving and exceeding national benchmarks. Principal Emily Reynard shares their successful whole-school approach to inclusion.
Governing boards play a crucial role in pupil premium accountability, challenging senior leaders on strategy, and monitoring how schools spend their grant. Discover how a link governor supports effective use of this funding.
A third-year history teacher shares how moving to a four-day working week has transformed their work-life balance. With school support, they've been able to pursue personal passions whilst maintaining professional commitment, returning to the classroom with renewed focus and creativity.
Wilbury Primary School Headteacher, Lisa Wise, shares her approach to pupil premium.
Kieran Anderson, English teacher at The Grangefield Academy, talks about how teaching wasn't his original plan, but became his passion and purpose.
School staff share their approaches to student wellbeing
Headteacher Mrs Ash McGann shares Burton Green Primary School’s experience of being part of the Healthy Breakfast club pilot scheme and the benefits it’s brought to the whole school.