The ‘Tripadvisor for schools’ government should be creating Too many toxic schools have been affecting retention and wellbeing for too long, writes Tom Rogers, but we can rethink incentives that reward such leadership
How trusts can create a talent pipeline for school support The need for talented graduates in central MAT roles is present and growing, writes Kate Bradley, and trusts can build a pipeline that benefits everyone
The PM’s carelessness leaves the DfE with a crisis of competence A new education secretary inherits a long list of pressing matters and there’s no sign the merry-go-round will stop long enough to prevent crisis, writes Geoff Barton
Why schools’ pandemic lessons are not just for the children Schools have contributed a huge amount to our pandemic understanding and readiness for the future, write the leaders of the Schools Infection Study
Uniform discipline can help families through this crisis Uniform was already too expensive before the cost-o-living crisis, writes Jo Tyler, but we can reduce costs and get another step closer to normal school life
More investment in sport and PE requires more accountability Renewal of the PE and Sport Premium for another academic year is welcome, writes Gary Palmer, but we need greater scrutiny given the sums involved
While the schools bill crashes, it’s our schools that burn The smouldering wreckage of the schools bill suggests this government is even more tired than the teachers it keeps letting down, writes Mary Bousted
Research: So…what has the pandemic changed? As teachers prepare to start enjoying their holidays again, Iain Ford delves into Teacher Tapp research to pick out the silver linings from the past two years
We can’t let slow internet speeds stifle learning The government plans to give up to 3,000 more primary schools access to gigabit-capable broadband