iPads, Information & Improvement
The news earlier this week that an Academy school in Penzance, Cornwall, was giving away new iPads to their students set me thinking about the power of
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The art of good teaching
It is always good to hear creativity guru Sir Ken Robinson talk passionately about the future of teaching and his video appearance at last weekend’s TED
Results day beckons
Like thousands of families up and down the country, we are building up to the climax of the school year – results day! My sixteen year old daughter is
Eyes on the prize - keeping a focus on Key Stage 5
The pace of change in the education sector is being increased under the agenda brought in by the new Government. Alongside changes to structures, in the
The importance of English & Maths
Last month’s Wolf Review once again highlighted the importance of basic literacy and numeracy skills with its conclusion that too many young people are not
Lies, damned lies and data
The Government is firmly committed to increasing the amount of information available to the public, particularly in the world of education where data on th
Is 14 too early?
Is 14 too early? Over the last week I've been thinking about the new breed of schools, University Technical Colleges. Focused on bringing together employe