Schools across the country are invited to take part in a high‑energy, football‑inspired literacy event this World Book Day, as Premier League Primary Stars in collaboration with National Literacy Trust team up to host The Great Big Footy and Booky Quiz 2026. Taking place on Thursday 5 March 2026, the free 45‑minute live quiz is…
This World Wildlife Day, Why Not Get Your School Involved in Cakes for Apes. A Sweet Way to Support Orangutan Conservation and Your School With just a month to go until World Wildlife Day – We are asking schools to join the fun and help protect critically endangered orangutans with Cakes for Apes, our…
The UK’s classrooms are wonderfully linguistically diverse, with over one in five school children using English as an additional language (EAL). In fact, the number of students with EAL has more than tripled since 1997, according to the Bell Foundation, making the multilingual classroom the norm rather than the exception. Children certainly benefit from…
New analysis shows that growing time spent dealing with pupil behaviour and providing pastoral support plays a significant role in teachers choosing to leave the profession. Drawing on newly available data from the Department for Education’s (DfE) Working Lives of Teachers and Leaders (WLTL) survey*, the research also shows teachers who report good pupil behaviour in their school and are well supported to deal with persistently disruptive behaviour, are less likely…
Generative AI isn’t coming to schools; it’s already here, and we must respond. Plenty of children are already exploring tools, many teachers are dabbling, and the Department for Education has produced guidance on using them in schools. However, talk of AI is frequently generating these 2 polar responses – stopping and hoping it goes away, or jumping in excitedly…
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New durable designs launched at Bett 2026 feature military-grade protection, 15-hour battery life, and pedagogical flexibility. Acer have announced the launch of the Acer Chromebook Spin 311and Acer Chromebook 311, two devices engineered specifically to meet the demands of modern teaching and learning. Unveiled at the Bett Show, these new models move beyond basic tech…
EdShed has been named the winner of the Kids Judge Bett Award for Best Young Learning Resource. The Kids Judge Bett Awards place children at the very heart of the judging process, inviting pupils from across the UK to explore, test and evaluate educational resources showcased at Bett UK. Being chosen by the children themselves…
February brings a series of key moments in the school calendar; from LGBTQ+ History Month to Safer Internet Day, Children’s Mental Health Week and World Book Day. To support teachers during one of the busiest months of the year, Premier League Primary Stars has launched a new set of free, ready-to-use resources designed to enrich…
Ashley Park School, Walton-on-Thames – part of Options Autism, a leading provider of education for autistic children and young people, part of Outcomes First Group – has a very remarkable Teaching Assistant (TA) James, who has a deep understanding of exactly where the students at the school are coming from, as he’s also neurodiverse. James, who’s…
More than half of teachers across Europe say reliance on AI is leading to poorer exam results More than half of teachers across Europe (58 per cent) believe that when students use AI to complete their schoolwork, it has a negative effect on learning — a concern shared even more strongly in the UK,…
As thousands of teachers arrive at ExCeL London for BETT 2026, Samsung is showcasing how connected, AI‑enabled technology can make teaching easier and learning more inclusive. With over 35,000 educators attending this year, the company’s message is simple: technology should adapt to the learner – not the other way around. A Practical Approach to Classroom…
The new EDLA-certified ViewBoard IFP35-1 and IFP41-1 Series combine Android 16, advanced multi-touch technology, energy-efficient sensors, and integrated software to support modern K–12 and higher education environments. ViewSonic Corp., a leading global provider of visual and EdTech solutions, has showcased two new ViewBoard® series at Bett 2026, marking the industry’s first Android 16-powered interactive displays for…
Digital signage software company, TrilbyTV, has released a new case study showcasing how Cedar Lodge School has used digital signage to build an inclusive, creative and celebratory school community over the past decade. Located in Belfast, Cedar Lodge is a specialist school for children aged 3-19 with severe learning difficulties, complex needs, or medical…
A new study from The University of Manchester has found that happier teachers help create happier pupils – and better learning – as ten schools across the UK embrace a groundbreaking approach to wellbeing. The research, led by Dr Alexandra Hennessey and Dr Sarah MacQuarrie from the Manchester Institute of Education, explored how the schools…
The showcase will feature next-generation interactive displays, updated myViewBoard software, and large-format visual solutions designed for real-world deployment across modern education environments. ViewSonic Corp., a leading global provider of visual and EdTech solutions, will showcase the latest additions to its hardware and software ecosystem at Bett 2026 under the theme “Innovation for Education.” The showcase,…
With KS2 SATs fast approaching, teachers are focused on ensuring pupils have the reading fluency, stamina and comprehension skills needed to succeed in the SATs reading paper. DreamBox Reading Plus is an adaptive reading programme that directly supports SATs preparation by developing the core reading skills pupils need to read accurately, efficiently and independently under…
Six years on from the first COVID-19 lockdowns, and five years since most pupils returned to classrooms, the disruption to children’s learning has not simply faded into the background. For many schools and families, the legacy of the pandemic is still playing out daily – in classrooms, at home and in children’s confidence. Recent…
New year, new resolutions and a chance to see what’s new in the Into Film offer. A new UK-wide classroom resource, Story Builder: Sports Broadcasting—created in partnership with TNT Sports— highlights the skills behind sports media. New Industry Insider guides shine a light on skills and responsibilities in film and TV production. Careers professionals and…
New Mental Health Toolkit launched for UK schools to tackle rising wellbeing crisis among children Developed by The Daily Mile Foundation and SAMH, the free resource links physical activity with mental health support Toolkit based on Five Ways to Wellbeing, co-created with teachers and pupils for practical classroom use One in five UK children aged…
With the recent cold snap, many parents wonder whether it’s safer to keep children at home. It’s completely understandable — winter mornings can feel especially harsh. But nurseries across the UK follow national guidance, operate within strict safety standards, and remain committed to keeping children warm, protected and comfortable even in very low temperatures. Emily…
Premier League Primary Stars is helping teachers kick off the new term with a suite of free resources designed to make spring term organised, inclusive, and inspiring. The Premier League Primary Stars programme reaches 88% of primary schools in England and Wales, using the power of football to engage pupils in learning and active play….
Designed to reduce system complexity, the LDE Series supports faster installation and lower entry barriers for system integrators and AV professionals. ViewSonic Corp., a leading global provider of visual solutions, is expanding the LED display lineup with the launch of the LDE Series, pre-configured All-in-One Direct View LED Displays that integrate all power and control…
The National Institute of Teaching and Education (NITE) has been praised for the quality of its initial teacher training around the world. NITE, which is part of Coventry University Group, was recently inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (on behalf of Ofsted) in relation to its International Qualified Teacher Status (iQTS) programme, achieving Grade 1 status, the highest rating possible. The inspectorate concluded that at NITE “the quality of…
