Five ambitions to improve childhood – from children themselves Here are my education-specific policy priorities informed by the voices of over one million children
How can we close the political engagement gap? A new study reveals inequalities in the development of political engagement and offers policies to close the gap
How to ensure trustees make informed decisions on growth Academy trusts’ growth plans should be underpinned by principles that streamline decision-making and ensure trustees are well-informed
Two ways to share the ‘DNA’ of effective school improvement Steve Rollett explains CST’s new conceptual model of trust-led school improvement and its new ‘school improvement hub’
How to hang on to a good SENDCO The best way to incentivise SENDCOs to stay in this demanding job is to ensure everyone values what they do and what they stand for
Work experience: the missing ingredient for social mobility A new report sheds light on why limited access to quality work experience stops talent rising to the top
Together, let’s shape a more inclusive profession for women Two new surveys aim to inform a recruitment and retention strategy that targets a particularly vulnerable group of teachers
The sector must engage with ratios on executive pay Annie Besant would be appalled about education’s latest gender pay gap data. It’s time the sector took some responsibility
The new NPQ for SEND is key to a more inclusive system Launching the new qualification for special needs coordinators, David Johnston explains how it fits in with a programme of reforms to drive up inclusion