Opinion

The schools bill must do more on pupil movement oversight

Proposals to better monitor pupil movements are welcome, but we must identify schools where the practice is common and…

JL Dutaut
Edward Timpson
Opinion

We can’t close the disadvantage gap if we don’t know what drives it

The current index measure isn’t fit to inform policy and makes government accountability all but impossible

JL Dutaut
Jude Hillary
Opinion: Accountability

What way to better inspections? Consult our A to Z

Our alternative consultation on school inspection reform aims to map out a better route to a better destination than…

JL Dutaut
Colin Richards and Frank Norris


Opinion: SEND

Ten principles on which to build a new SEND system

Confederation of School Trust chief executive Leora Cruddas CBE sets out guiding principles for a reset of how we…

JL Dutaut
Leora Cruddas
Opinion: Curriculum review

The reforms our pro-maths students actually need

We need a new approach to maths that better supports those the subject currently leaves behind

JL Dutaut
Jill Duffy
Opinion

How to manage asbestos risks now and for the future

The presence of asbestos in school buildings remains a considerable problem for schools, so what can we do about…

JL Dutaut
Darren Phelan
Politics

Government can get schools bill right by heeding CEOs’ concerns

Feedback from trust leaders reflects a more nuanced picture than just ‘for’ or ‘against’

Freddie Whittaker
Ernest Jenavs
The Knowledge

How AI can build confidence in school inspections

A trial of AI to aide inspection has shown their potential to save time and supplement inspectors’ knowledge, understanding…

JL Dutaut
Matt Davis
The Curriculum Conversation

What do we mean when we say we want ‘high standards for all’?

Only an informed debate using shared language will help us deliver the inclusive education system we all want

JL Dutaut
Professor Becky Francis

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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