I’ve heard it said many times that schools are like villages or towns. Cities, even. What is happening in our edu villages, towns and cities? We are losing teachers and school leaders at an alarmin…

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Every year, without fail, schools with excellent exam results are criticised for their methods. GCSE and A Level results days, and now ‘P8 day’ too, all represent times when these schools generate …

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The government must seize the chance to reform an out-of-date education system and redesign the curriculum to meet the needs of employers today

Arguably, the curriculum revolution in English schools over the last 10 years has been driven by three related insights. That knowledge matters. That what we encounter in the world, what we see, he…

What is the cause, is it a problem - and if so, what can we do about it?

Many of us are currently providing feedback for the current Curriculum and Assessment Review. This review has the stated aim of refreshing the curriculum so that it is “cutting edge, fit for purpos…

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It is usual for pressure groups to campaign for the inclusion of new items onto the national curriculum. Aside from the fact that no curriculum can include all content suggested for inclusion, thes…

What I learned on a visit to Stanley Road Primary School

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Hello readers and subscribers! I'm excited for the opportunity to talk about great teaching with Patrice Bain, Robert Pondiscio, and Kurt Engelmann in a webinar titled, Reviving the Lost Art of Direct...

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A list of 34 primary schools selected for their expertise in teaching reading and to support schools in their surrounding areas.

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