Opinion: Policy

Five lessons from Behaviour Hubs – and why Labour should keep them

The Behaviour Hubs programme has highlighted best practice and provided a model for effectively meeting our biggest challenges

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Sam Strickland
Opinion: Accountability

Ofsted already has a proven model of better inspections

Ofsted’s reforms could yet prove successful if the inspectorate is able to learn from its own best practice and...

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Kerry Boffey
Opinion: Workforce

I’m still unqualified after ten years. Here’s why

The government is right to pursue flexibility as a retention strategy – but it could also help with recruitment...

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Clare Connell
Opinion: CPD

This year is make or break for the CPD golden thread

The golden thread of professional development is at risk of unravelling if the new government pursues the policies of...

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Gareth Conyard
Opinion: SEND

Four reasons everyone should try working in AP

Reflecting on nine months leading my trust’s alternative provision, working in the sector is an experience everyone should have

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Keziah Featherstone
The Curriculum Conversation

EBacc reform and avoiding distortions: What to do about KS4

There is plenty of scope to broaden the accountability measures that shape schools’ practices, but this can’t come at...

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Matt Carnaby
Opinion: Policy

This schools bill is the wrong legislation at the wrong time

Hitting the reverse button in the face of new difficulties is a recipe for stifling innovation and holding back...

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Rebecca Leek
The Knowledge

What do school leaders think will solve the SEND crisis?

As the education committee launches major inquiry, a new survey reveals SEND guidance isn’t fit for purpose according to...

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Laura Thompson
Opinion: Workforce

Solutions: How to embrace the benefits of flexible working

With the right guidance and recourse to best practice, flexible working as a day-one right could make teaching a...

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Lucy Makins