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World Book Day – why reading really does matter.
Today, March the 6th 2025 is ‘World Book Day’ and this year the theme is “Read your way”. Did you know that World Book Day takes place in...
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Mar 610 min read
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A simple, supportive guide for parents/ carers applying for a child's primary school place
Applying for a Primary School Place for September 2025 It’s that time of year again, when parents of 3 and 4 years old try to decide on a...
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Oct 1, 20247 min read
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What is ready for school?
It’s September and autumn is on its way! I’m sure each summer goes faster than the last! The pandemic is now behind us in terms of school...
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Sep 2, 20245 min read
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Have you seen a Sensory Nook Yet?
If you haven’t already encountered a Sensory Nook in your day to day outings then the chances are you will do so in the near future. As a...
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May 7, 20245 min read
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How to create an Immersive, Inclusive Classroom (and meet the new ECF requirements!)
“Every child has the right to a fair education. It is the responsibility of nurseries and schools to ensure the learning environment is...
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Apr 30, 202413 min read
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The Wheel of Education – it keeps on turning!
Last year, I taught a fabulous module which compared the English education system to other systems around the world. The students enjoyed...
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Apr 1, 20244 min read
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Breaking Down the Barrier of the Classroom Door by Jessica Chapman
Guest blog from Jessica Chapman, Head of English and year 1 teacher. Here, Jessica talks about her major project which she has undertaken...
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Feb 12, 20243 min read
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Mental Health and Spirituality – are they more entwined that we really appreciate?
As we draw to the close of Children’s Mental Health Week 2024 I have been reflecting on how spirituality impacts children’s mental health...
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Feb 8, 20245 min read
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Flexible working in schools – it’s possible and productive at every level.
We all know teachers are not the best at stepping away from the office – and it’s no surprise that the profession has a lower number of...
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Jan 18, 20245 min read
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The Big leap!
Transition from Key Stage Two to Key Stage Three Lifting the disadvantage barrier. There is endless discussion about transition to school...
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Dec 13, 20234 min read
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What’s not to like about the festive season?
As I write, tomorrow is Friday 1st December. The crib will be placed at the heart of our school, decorations and trees will be coming out...
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Dec 6, 20233 min read
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Why hosting an ITT placement is purposeful for everyone.
We all know that over the last 4 years teaching has changed and evolved in a way nobody expected. In 2019 – who would have foretold...
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Nov 8, 20235 min read
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A simple, supportive guide about applying for your child's primary school place 2024
Applying for a Primary School Place 2024? It’s that time of year again, when parents of 3 and 4 years old try to decide on a school...
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Oct 3, 20237 min read
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It takes a village to raise us all.
After a week of school runs and back to work routines I’ve been reflecting on the African Proverb “It takes a village to raise a child”...
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Sep 13, 20234 min read
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School Readiness - what really is 'Ready for School'?
It’s August and the summer holidays is nearly over again! I’m sure each summer goes faster than the last! The pandemic is now behind us...
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Aug 21, 20235 min read
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FREE CPD and Training
Free support delivered by education experts. Helping you, help your child prepare for their future. We know that lives can be busy -...
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Jul 30, 20231 min read
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Curriculum for life: skills vs knowledge
When the pandemic struck I was nearing the completion of my MBA in Educational Leadership and Management. My dissertation, entitled ‘An...
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Jun 29, 20232 min read
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What you need to know about the Year 4 Times Table Check.
As we race into the summer term and assessments are going on from SATs to phonics check, GLD to the times table check here is our quick...
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May 18, 20231 min read
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Stress, success and behaviour.
I often hear people outside of education saying “children aren’t stressed – what do they have to be stressed about? What do they want to...
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Apr 2, 20235 min read
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Reading and Phonics in Key Stage One
Are you currently supporting families in Key Stage One with phonics and reading? Do you need some ideas for a parent session? This simple...
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Jan 12, 20231 min read
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