There’s no question that some students thrive outside of a classroom environment and are motivated by learning that’s clearly linked to…

Es every teacher knows, writing well helps us communicate effectively, think creatively and express our personality; and now, the undeniable…

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This September, Ridgeway School in Plympton, Devon, became Plympton Academy. As new principal at this previously fading school I felt we…

With school budgets being squeezed and purchasing power curtailed, now more than ever schools need to make their funds go further and ensure…

Q I teach history to KS3 and 4 learners. I enjoy my job very much, but am starting to feel the need to find some new challenges. A colleague…

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There have been many articles recently that highlight the prevalence of sexting. Indeed, The Times recently suggested that there was an…

Since 2002 Teach First has trained more than 5,000 teachers who have worked with a million children and young people from low-income…

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