Five missing priorities from the manifestos
Whoever comes into power next month, there are a number of key priorities that need to be added to the in-tray of the new cabinet.
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My children are great at learning facts but at what cost?
Two of my stand-out memories from primary school are learning about the general election and the Spanish Armada.
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We know that the SEND figures are rising year on year
We know that the SEND figures are rising year on year. We know that we will have a legacy of poor mental health resulting from the pandemic for years to come. We know that most LA’s high-needs budgets are overspent. We know that specialist provision and specialist services are at breaking point.
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Qualifications for all?
As we approach the General Election, little has been said by either of the major parties about what will happen to qualifications if they are elected. This is despite the curriculum and qualifications framework having been in place for at least 10 years.
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Early Education: Ensuring every child has a strong start
Senior Education Lead and Head of our Primary Network, Laura Burton, explores what is emerging on the political landscape around early years education and childcare as we head towards the General Election and what more is needed to ensure every child has the strong start they deserve.
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Respect
I have lost count of the times that I have driven along the ‘D-Day route’ in Normandy and visited the American war cemetery at Omaha beach.
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Part II: Parental Choice
Hearing that I had failed to secure a place for the twins at my first choice was a hard blow. My Mum said that in her day, parents accepted where children were offered a place.
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Part I: Parental Choice
An important job for any parent is choosing their child’s primary school. It is the start of their schooling journey and one in which you want them to develop a love of learning.
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Part II: National Service – A Personal Viewpoint
In my first blog on National Service, I described my late husband’s personal experience, and this has undoubtedly influenced me.
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Part I: National Service – A Personal Viewpoint
I was interested to read that the Conservative Party are planning to introduce national service if re-elected. John, my late husband, participated in the original scheme.
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