What is innovation; do we really want it?
Head of Innovation, Caroline Barlow, discusses innovation & how SSAT’s Redesigning Schooling campaign is the perfect platform for a new approach.
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Are we educating children out of creativity?
Sue Williamson argues that creativity is thriving in English schools – the challenge is to see it embedded in all schools.
Why the intelligent hand is not just political rhetoric
Tom Middlehurst, Head of Research SSAT, on the importance of vocational education & how it ensures we leave a lasting legacy for future generations.
Education Select Committee Session – 22 October 2014
Chris Smith reports from the latest Education Select Committee session, focusing on academies and free schools.
Finland shows that equity and excellence can co-exist in education – a guest blog by Pasi Sahlberg
Pasi Sahlberg explores some of the factors that have helped the Finnish education system deliver high-quality and high-equity outcomes for learners.
The learners…on developing as communicators
How a team of student communication leaders changed the way students new to England are welcomed into Jack Hunt School.
Mindfulness
Jessica Nash explores how to nurture emotional wellbeing and good mental health, emphasising the fact that there are a vast range of effective approaches.
Young World Rising
Young people can help change the world but schools, HE, FE and employers must work together to ensure they are supported effectively. By Sue Williamson.
The learners…on developing technical skills
By building an aeroplane, students at North East Wolverhampton Academy have developed more than just STEM skills. Read more about a fascinating project.
New School Year – a Time for Resolutions?
Jessica Nash, Head of Special Schools Network and SEN, highlights how the revised SEND Code needs to be aligned with wider school performance guidance.
