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Westminster whingers are wrong: Less schools policy is good news

Far from not caring about schools, a lack of interventionism from politicians and the public may be a sign…

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We must look past divides to meet challenges of the future

The response to our skills proposals show some are still fighting shadows when the battle for the future of…

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Reading: Consistency and firm foundations are key to success

Responding to the EEF’s recent evaluation of phonics schemes, Venessa Willms explains their place in Ark Schools’ broader approach…

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Back to the future: Labour is preparing for an education system that doesn’t exist

We need a Labour party that understands the system we have, not fighting yesterday’s battles

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Safeguarding

IICSA: What the sexual abuse inquiry could mean for schools

The landmark inquiry into child sexual abuse calls for reforms with important training implications for teachers, weites Malcolm Johnson

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Teacher training and development

ECF: Getting the best from our second-year trainees

As trainees across the country settle into their second year under the new early career framework, Jane Cruikshank…

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Opinion

Recruitment: Edtech’s solution to the governance gap

With two-thirds of governing bodies reporting at least one vacancy, Simon Hay offers an edtech solution to recruitment –…

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Politics

MAT-isation: A culture of lowered expectations for heads

The white paper proposes a new system-wide tier of leadership that will see headteachers lowered from professionals to store…

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How I learned to stop worrying about my stroke and love cogsci

After a stroke affected her executive function, Tabitha McIntosh explains how her journey of recovery has meant embracing ideas…

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This is not about withdrawing support from children. It’s about changing the way that support is offered

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Opinion: Curriculum

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Agency is often misinterpreted and overlooked, but giving teachers themselves more capacity to act would bring wide-ranging benefits, writes…

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Research shows those closest to the frontline worry more over issues like finances. This means building shared understanding is…

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University clearing: How teachers can support students 

All the important details school staff need to help youngsters through clearing this year

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Are we asking the right questions on assessment?

A new AQA report proposes new assessment models for the millions left lacking critical skills by the current format

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