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There can be no reverse gear on academy freedoms

A growing body of policies and recommendations threaten to curtail the very purpose of academy trusts just when the self-improving system is within reach, writes Michael Pain

Irresistible Learning: Embedding a culture of research in schools

Cassie Young finds a book that will take you all the way from dipping your toe into research-informed practice through to greater depth with irresistible charm

Why leave teachers out of the flexible working revolution?

Giving teachers the flexible working options everyone else now expects could stem an exodus, writes Emma Shingleton, and even tempt some back

Research: How can we improve our relationships with students?

Three studies point to some strategies with the potential to build better rapport with students and improve their results too, writes Harry Fletcher-Wood

Time for DfE leadership on diversifying the curriculum

It won’t do to say schools are free to diversify their content when workload and accountability make it impossible, writes Emma Slater. The DfE must take the lead

ITT Market Review: making good on a promising policy

Many objections to the ITT market review are simply incorrect, writes Sam Sims. But delivering on its promise will require some changes from ministers Teacher training in England is undergoing a revolution. The induction period for trainees has been extended by a year. New National Professional Qualifications have been introduced. And each of these is […]

Why an ex-student as trustee will push Ark to new heights

Former students have been invited to apply for a unique new role on Ark Schools’ board of trustees. Director of governance Liz Dawson explains the trust’s reasoning

Sexual abuse: Now is the time to set the tone for a new culture

Ane Vernon sets out the key policy requirements for dealing with reports of sexual abuse, and says school leaders have a duty to go far beyond them In an environment of increasing publicity about incidents of sexual abuse and harassment between pupils, schools and colleges find themselves under enormous pressure. With all the normal pressures […]

Transition: A giant step that needs more support than ever

As schools welcome new and returning pupils, the NFER’s Julie Nelson and Caroline Sharp warn transition may not be as smooth as usual This week, some children will be starting school for the very first time while others will be moving to a new one. All will be embarking on fresh routines, with new teachers […]