From reluctant student to inspirational teacher
From reluctant student to inspirational teacher
Kieran Anderson's journey into teaching shows how lived experience becomes a powerful tool for motivating others.
Developing a whole school approach to tackle bullying
Hear from a school that has been awarded Gold Status through the All Together Programme in 2021 for their dedication and robust approach to tackling bullying.
Get inspired: schools responding to the climate change challenge
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Primary schools, Secondary schools, Sustainability
As the COP26 summit continues in Glasgow, we asked teachers and leaders from schools across the country to share how they are playing their part in creating a sustainable future.
How can schools get involved with COP26 and climate change lessons?
At COP26 the DfE will be hosting a number of events to discuss climate change and sustainability in education. If you aren’t attending the conference, make sure you subscribe to: The DfE YouTube Channel and The official COP26 YouTube Channel to livestream events or watch on demand.
How school leaders can benefit from a free recruitment service
David Earnshaw talks about his experience as a school leader, during the COVID-19 pandemic and why he’d recommend Teaching Vacancies to help with recruitment.
Holiday Activities and Food (HAF): How the successful programme improved the mental health of vulnerable children
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COVID-19 support, Primary schools, Pupil wellbeing and behaviour, Secondary schools
Teacher and HAF coordinator Nick, talks us through how the summer camps they ran were able to build on the mental health and wellbeing of attendees just as much as their physical fitness.
Our journey with the National Tutoring Programme (NTP)
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COVID-19 support, Secondary schools, Teachers' reflections
Principal David Benson shares how his school has encouraged participation in the NTP and how the programme will benefit more pupils this year.
How we’re keeping our students engaged with testing as they return to school or college
Karen shares how her school has encouraged participation in COVID-19 testing amongst students and staff over the past year and why it’s important for students to continue to test as they return to school and college.
How the reception baseline assessment will be a fairer progress measure and give teachers more recognition
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Primary schools, Pupil wellbeing and behaviour, Teacher wellbeing
Claire Harnden, Deputy CEO at South Farnham Educational Trust, shares her experiences of introducing the reception baseline assessment in her schools.
The lead up to results days
Emma Booth reflects on the teacher assessed grades process and how teachers have worked tirelessly to ensure the best possible outcomes for their students this summer.
Engaging local families with the Holiday Activities and Food Programme this summer
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COVID-19 support, Primary schools, Pupil wellbeing and behaviour, Secondary schools
Jan Lefley and Susan Parish are Holiday Activities and Food Programme coordinators who talk us through how and why it’s so important to reach out to local families.