Responses to EBacc consultation – round-up
We pick out a number of responses to the DfE’s consultation on the proposed EBacc measures.
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Teacher leadership – system leadership isn’t just for headteachers
Andy Williams and Dan Belcher explore the increasing importance of teachers as true leaders of learning.
In trying to do so much we do too little
Andy Tharby, English teacher at Durrington High School, with ideas on how to achieve more by doing less.
Teaching Assistants; Unsung heroes of the classroom
How to ensure your teaching assistants are valued and effective members of your teaching staff. By Gary King, Assistant Principal at Tavistock College.
Changing lives through learning
The English department at SSAT member school West Lakes Academy reflect on a journey that has led to them winning a prestigious National Teaching Award.
A period of calm and stability… and the Ebacc
Bill Watkin explores the implications of proposed cuts to non-Ebacc subjects.
Growth mindset – teachers first
Corinne Settle reflects on a recent incident at home that has prompted her to consider her own mindset and how it effects her family.
Tackling HBT bullying: three key issues
Tom Middlehurst reflects on a recent event with Stonewall and highlights three areas that schools need to focus on to tackle HBT bullying.
Mental health: how to stop schools worrying about it
As an academy trust, you could set up your own borough-wide mental health service for young people and families, writes Rachel Nash of Maltby Academy.
A period of calm and stability – latest update
Bill Watkin considers the latest termly email from the Secretary of State and the ongoing changes in education.
