Opinion

What the spending review really means for schools

The next few years are going to be very tight for school budgets, writes Luke Sibieta, and forecasting anything…

John Dickens
Luke Sibieta
Opinion

How we can put inclusion at the heart of education reform

New research reveals the stark realities of entrenched educational equalities. Here’s what we can do about it

JL Dutaut
John Barneby
Opinion

Why we must improve teaching’s ethnic diversity – and how

Our new research shows greater focus on ethnic diversity in recruitment and retention would help meet government’s pledge of…

JL Dutaut
Jack Worth


Opinion: SEND

How we can ensure our schools cater for all our kids

Two actions would begin to transform the school experiences of children with dyslexia and other neurodivergences – and it’s…

JL Dutaut
Jamie Oliver
Opinion

How we’ve boosted social mobility in our deprived area

Here’s how we went from persistently low outcomes to the most improved school in the country for disadvantaged students

JL Dutaut
Steve Rogers
Opinion

Local governance is key to community cohesion

This volunteers’ week, let’s pledge to better support our governors as the community champions they are in these times…

JL Dutaut
Emma Balchin
Opinion

How we’re bucking the trend and recruiting great governors

Amid a national shortage of governors, here’s how our group has had success in recruiting and retaining professionals who…

JL Dutaut
Jenny Pharo
Opinion

Working-class kids don’t need fixing – our system does

Here’s how Labour can finally deliver on its decades-long promise of a truly comprehensive and inclusive system – and…

JL Dutaut
Michael Cater
The Research Leader

The Knowledge: Uncovering the unknown unknowns of inclusion

Drawing on insights from over 26,000 staff and students, here’s how schools can move beyond surface-level metrics to foster…

JL Dutaut
Nic Ponsford

Must Read

Opinion

How to go from well intentioned to success with SEND reform

The government has a strong policy proposition. But to succeed it will need to think as carefully about 2014…

Freddie Whittaker
Reza Schwitzer
Opinion

Success of SEND reforms will hinge on whether staff can cope

The reforms signal a shift from a system heavily reliant on statutory plans, towards one centred on school-led support

Samantha Booth
Matt Walker
Opinion

Remembering how we managed Covid can help SEND challenge 

Collaboration between teachers and schools boosts everyone but we risk backsliding to a culture of competition and compliance

Samantha Booth
Caroline Barlow

EXAMS

Assessment

University clearing: How teachers can support students 

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

John Dickens
Sam Sykes
Assessment

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

JL Dutaut
Reza Schwitzer

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