Exploring how belonging and becoming shape cultures where everyone matters.

‘Collaboration’ is a buzzword of the moment. Confederation of School Trusts deputy chief executive Steve Rollett says it’s good to see the policymakers catching up with practice

Why focusing on what's strong — and not what's wrong — might be the key to more sustainable school improvement.

Education is not just about imparting knowledge; it is about shaping identities. A student who feels unseen will struggle to engage. A student who feels valued will thrive.

Helping students to find their sense of belonging is not all about test scores and performance outcomes. It is proven to impact these, as outlined in my previous blog The Belonging Bonus, but this …

Why We Must Move Towards Mattering

How far do school leaders still consider the retention, progression and wellbeing of parent-teachers as a ‘mothers matter’?

Learning through play literally builds brains. Policymakers and funding gatekeepers for state education programmes must understand this much better

With the UN's international day to combat Islamophobia behind us, here's how to sustain building inclusive cultures

Our ego gets in the way of great leadership: we need to let it go gently.

It is not enough to simply belong; you should also matter.

Why We Must Move Towards Mattering

Measuring wellbeing and belonging will only be meaningful if the data we gather is intentionally inclusive

The impact this work has had on our children and families can be recognised through their ability to challenge, support and celebrate each other; they are able to confidently articulate their rights a...

Tickets are now available for Inspiring the South West Conferences - Taking a Long View: Improving Curriculum Coherence at Brannel School, Cornwall on Sat 1 Mar 2025. Click the link for further information and to secure your tickets now!

We're asking parents, carers, professionals and learners what they think about our proposals to improve education inspections and our new report cards for providers.

The ultra-progressive institution saw membership drop last year as it pursued various woke policies including mandatory vegan food quotas in cafes and slavery reports

Shy pupils can easily, often unnoticed, slide to the sides of lessons. Supporting such pupils, who are nervous to talk with their peers or in front of the class, can be a tricky business but also vita...