Opinion

Sussex governors’ strike threat is “innovative governance”

There are three types of governance, says Andrew Clapham. So where do the governors in West Sussex who are...

Andrew Clapham
Andrew Clapham
Opinion

Beware John Blake, the “Red rebel” with great influence

My memory of early evening, Friday November 14, 2003, is hazy. My brain seems to think it was raining,...

Laura McInerney
Laura McInerney
Opinion

We need an education system that works for the whole of society

Attainment is important for young people, but exams have to be seen in a wider context as part of...

Samantha Lauren King
Samantha Lauren King
Opinion

How to consult effectively when applying for school planning permission

Consultation is never a silver bullet to securing planning permission, but it is necessary and de-risks the process, says...

Expert Contributor
Expert Contributor
Opinion

Do we spend more or less on schools than in the past?

Many people believe you cannot put a price on education. They are wrong. For each child doing their GCSEs...

Laura McInerney
Laura McInerney
Opinion

No website can replace good careers guidance

Careers education and guidance is more than just providing information about jobs says Janet Downs. It cannot be offloaded...

Expert Contributor
Expert Contributor
Opinion

What’s the essential technology spend for schools in 2017?

Many schools have struggled to keep up with changes in the rules covering the use of technology in public...

Expert Contributor
Expert Contributor
Opinion

Sorry, Mr Slater, schools can’t make any more savings

This week Jonathan Slater, the head of the education department, said that if the bottom 75 per cent of...

Laura McInerney
Laura McInerney
Opinion

When did schools ban corporal punishment?

There is a division running rife through the Schools Week office and it’s not just which radio station we...

Laura McInerney
Laura McInerney