Ups, downs and a political merry-go-round Expectations of the new government have climbed even as genuine change has been continually deferred – but schools’ optimism perseveres
In the face of challenge, only connect Looking back on a year of local, national and international troubles, it’s clear connectivity is key to the sector’s mission for 2025
Is there an evidenced way to foster engagement? An 18-month review of the evidence has led to a research-based guide for increasing motivation and wellbeing
Books for Christmas: Stocking fillers for every teacher New education titles to make any teacher’s Christmas special and kick-start a new year of growth – as selected by our commissioning editor
Nothing to see here, move along please… Very little has changed this year and very little is likely to change any time soon. Bah, humbug!
Accountability can’t rely on our current progress measures Any reform of school accountability must include changing a headline measure that acts as a perverse incentive
Can ChatGPT help tackle teacher workload? A new report reveals some positive findings about generative AI’s potential as a time-saver – with caveats
This pay offer is an insult to a profession that voted for change Below inflation, below average wage increases – and unfunded to boot – the school workforce will balk at more austerity, writes Daniel Kebede
Fixing the school-readiness crisis requires more honesty The prime minister’s ‘plan for change’ correctly identifies a major challenge but his new target could muddle efforts to solve it