Navigating a remote inspection: our experience
Mark Phillips, headteacher at Deptford Green School in Lewisham, had a monitoring inspection from Ofsted just before February half-term. SSAT Senior Education Lead, Colin Logan, speaks to him about the experience.
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We’ve got a lot of catching up to do
As teachers prepare to welcome all pupils back into their classrooms, Alex Galvin, SSAT Senior Education Lead, considers why leaders are designing longer-term recovery plans to support their pupils rather than rapid catch-up programmes
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Will ‘catching up’ catch us out? – the opportunity to reshape learning
Gemma Williamson, Deputy Principal for teaching and learning at The Hazeley Academy, explains why it’s essential that we are ambitious when considering how face-to-face learning might be transformed post-COVID-19
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Professional development the new way: Lead Practitioner Accreditation
Christina Codling, Lead Practitioner – Area Leader MFL, Bristnall Hall Academy, sits with Senior Relationship Manager, Ejike Agubor to discuss how the accreditation enabled her and colleagues to see professional development in a new way
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Thoughts from the network: Supporting the wellbeing of all staff
This week, our members offer their views on how they have been caring for their teams during the pandemic to enable them to support the mental health of the young people in their care.
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Introducing technology effectively to enhance your remote learning provision
Laura Burton, Senior Education Lead at SSAT, reflects on one school leader’s experience of implementing a digital strategy which provides opportunities for collaboration while also building a stronger school community
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Supporting student wellbeing: what more needs to be done?
As this year’s Children’s Mental Health Week draws to a close, Sylvia King, Senior Education Lead at SSAT, analyses the Children’s Commissioner’s latest report which highlights the increased need for children to access support for their mental health
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Daring to lead: Recognising the power of vulnerability
Rereading Brené Brown’s book – Dare to lead – has reminded Sue Williamson, Chief Executive at SSAT, of the importance of empathising, connecting and being courageous, while reaffirming that change is needed now in our education system
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Behaviour management, lesson structures, observations; lessons learnt by this year’s NQTs
Angelina Idun, SSAT Director, considers the challenges faced by NQTs over the last few months and offers some practical strategies for leaders to support their professional development and wellbeing
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Ofqual, the DfE and this summer’s exam season – what questions remain?
Following the Ofqual consultation on this year’s exam series, Alex Galvin, Senior Education Lead at SSAT, outlines what we know so far and identifies areas requiring further clarity
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