What Makes a Successful Reader or Scribe?
In schools, it is often the most vulnerable or high needs students that require readers or scribes in exams. The role is crucial in allowing…
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5 Tips for Tackling the Mobile Monsters!
As a headteacher, one way or another, my day would often involve an issue relating to mobile phones. Whether it was outside of school, confiscations…
What Makes a Good Exam Invigilator?
A good exam invigilator plays a crucial role in maintaining the integrity, fairness, and smoothness of an examination process. Their responsibilities go beyond merely overseeing…
3 tips for educators when teaching about online safety
Remember that feeling of total confusion when Snapchat filters became all the rage and you had no clue what anyone was talking about? Yeah, me…
Can Stoke become a centre for SEND excellence?
In May 2023, the Stoke Sentinel explained the ‘fight’ that many parents are facing to gain support for their children with SEND. It is a battle that…
Embracing Flexible Working in Education: Unlocking a World of Possibilities
In recent years, the concept of flexible working has gained significant traction across various industries. Beyond the corporate realm, the world of education is also…
How can supply educators spot the signs of self-harm in school?
Supply teachers can play a crucial role in spotting the signs of self-harm among students. While they may not have the same level of familiarity…
What are the key changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2023?
Each year it is imperative that every member of staff that works with children reads Part 1 of KCSIE. This year is no different. Every…
10 tips for implementing good SEND practice within schools
The principles that underpin ‘The SEND Code of Practice’ (Jan 2015) state the importance of the child’s or young person and the child’s parents, participating…
What should schools teach children about the dangers they may face over the summer holidays?
When it comes to teaching children about the dangers they may face over the summer holidays, schools play a vital role in promoting their safety…