Across many multi-academy trusts, leaders continue to explore how writing assessment can be interpreted and applied more consistently between schools. Schools may be working from the same assessment frameworks and, of course, the same statutory assessment criteria. However, shared criteria alone do not automatically create shared understanding. Writing assessment depends heavily on professional judgement, and…
Talking about mental health in primary classrooms can feel daunting. Teachers know these conversations matter – but finding age‑appropriate, practical ways to start them isn’t always straightforward. As Mental Health Awareness Week (11–17 May) approaches, Premier League recommends turning to an unexpected ally: football. Through Premier League Primary Stars, teachers can use a suite of…
Pupils in England have answered more than 15.5 million times tables questions and played over 850,000 practice games in the past 12 months, as schools prepare for the Year 4 Multiplication Tables Check (MTC) this June. The data, drawn from 39,214 pupils in over 1,000 English schools, highlights the growing focus on times tables…
Mounting pressure on schools and teachers to continue delivering a high-quality education amid reduced resources is raising concerns about their ability to deliver effective change. A new report from Commercial Services Group, based on responses from 500 school leaders and teachers, and 500 parents in England, found 89% of parents remain happy with their child’s education and…
Big-screen special effects experts lend their cutting-edge skills to help teach school children about rail safety Each week, 77 children put themselves at risk of harm on Britain’s railway Schools are getting innovative new hard-hitting films ahead of rail safety becoming a compulsory part of the national curriculum later this year. Production techniques more commonly seen on the big screen are…
People are quietly second-guessing how to spell some of the nation’s most familiar words, with new data revealing the ones double-checked the most. From everyday favourites to famously tricky spellings, the latest figures lift the lid on the words prompting thousands to turn to Google for quick confirmation. Kelvinside Academy analysed search data to uncover the words most commonly looked up after…
This Mental Health Awareness Week, the theme is Action – for yourself, for someone else, for all of us. For teachers looking for a way to take that action in the classroom, a new campaign from The FA and Barclays has everything you need. Made for This Game: Breaking Barriers is a national education initiative…
A new nationwide study reveals that cost is the biggest barrier to school trips, cited by 82% of teachers and 77% of parents 77% of children say a school trip is their best school day ever, with attention levels rising by 80% on trip days, compared with classroom learning Now, Hyundai Motor UK identifies how to optimise learning for children 29 April 2026: A new…
Saab UK proudly hosted the South regional heat of Global Underwater Hub’s (GUH) STEM Challenge at its Fareham campus, welcoming school pupils for a hands‑on introduction to underwater engineering and marine technology. Delivered by GUH in partnership with educational charity The Smallpeice Trust, the one‑day challenge saw 10 teams of students aged 13–14 design, build,…
90 per cent of digitally excluded survey respondents state that educational platforms are not accessible due to affordability, poor connectivity and an inclusivity gap in catering for individuals with neurodivergences, leaving many struggling to engage with essential schoolwork, a new report from the Digital Poverty Alliance (DPA) reveals. Accessibility in Digital Education Service Design,…
Hark recently published The Fan Gap, a new UK-wide insight study revealing the key factors shaping girls’ sport fandom – and the experiences that cause many to lose connection during their teenage years. Drawing on the voices of 1,504 young people aged 11–17, as well as Hark’s national Teacher Panel, the research uncovers the pathways…
Guests at The Cavendish School’s autism and education event heard that building confidence, promoting self-advocacy and decoding the world should be core to autism education. The annual event, held on 10 April, explored the future of educating autistic students amidst the ongoing SEND education reform in England. In her presentation, Stephanie Smith, Head of…
Rachel Barrett, Head of Academies, Duncan & Toplis It’s a well-known fact that underlying financial pressures pose a constant challenge in the education sector – and this is particularly true for academy trusts which manage their own finances. But according to the Kreston Academies Benchmark Report 2026, things are looking up. At first glance, the…
New research from The Corporate Governance Institute (TCGI) finds 30% of boards rank cybersecurity and data protection as a top business risk, unchanged for five years. Cybersecurity and data protection continue to represent a persistent boardroom concern, according to new research from The Corporate Governance Institute, which found that 30% of boards rank cyber risk…
As schools across the UK prepare to mark World Creativity and Innovation Week (15–21 April) and Creativity and Innovation Day on 21 April, many teachers are looking for meaningful ways to help young people stretch their imaginations and develop original ideas. To support this, Samsung is offering a suite of free, ready‑to‑use resources through its…
Schools across the South West and beyond are invited to attend an in-person EAL conference in Plymouth on 30th April, hosted by FlashAcademy®. Improving outcomes for EAL learners is designed for senior leaders, EAL coordinators and classroom practitioners. The event will focus on improving outcomes for multilingual learners through practical, interactive CPD that can be…
Clear Sky Children’s Charity are pleased to invite all Oxfordshire schools to apply for FULLY FUNDED access to their new Emotionally Healthy Schools programme! Developed in 2025 and currently in place in over 50 Oxfordshire Primaries, our Emotionally Healthy Schools platform is an on-demand resource, providing individual online access for EVERY member of your school…
With pupil wellbeing and belonging under real pressure in UK schools, simple tools that help build positive relationships are more valuable than ever. Recent DfE data highlights ongoing concerns around pupils’ sense of safety, enjoyment and belonging at school, and also reveal that many children continue to face online harm and bullying, reinforcing the need…
In a bid to tackle deep-rooted societal barriers to girls participating in football, The Football Association [FA] and Barclays are embarking on a new campaign, Made for This Game: Breaking Barriers, to deliver educational resources to primary and secondary schools nationwide. Despite a significant increase in the number of schools offering equal access to football…
One in four parents say they lie awake at night worrying about children’s exams Over half of parents report the home being hit negatively by exam stress Mums more than twice as likely to take on the greatest responsibility for managing their children’s revision than dads One in five of parents earning less than £25k…
Teaching children to brush their teeth is not an easy task. It sometimes comes with tears and tantrums, and a fair amount of creativity to make the routine stick. From colourful toothpaste and themed toothbrushes, to talking timers and reward charts, we’ve come up with innovative ways to try and make teeth brushing feel like…
Silverstone Museum is steering future careers in motorsport, F1, and beyond as it announces its new STEM Pitstop Outreach Program. Aramco supports the program under the Aramco Global STEM Education Citizenship Program, enabling partners to advance STEM education worldwide. The award-winning Silverstone Museum will deliver free educational workshops nationwide to inspire future engineers and…
Chief Learning Officer at Rise Up, Frédéric Hebert explores the key learning priorities shaping 2026 Organisations are entering a period where the pace of change is stretching both leaders and employees in new ways. Technological disruption continues to redefine roles, hybrid work is reshaping how teams operate, and businesses are under pressure to stay adaptable even…
New data reveals the top health related stress and anxiety concerns keeping the UK awake at night From sleepless nights to racing hearts, new insights from Healthwords.ai reveal what health concerns people in the UK are most worried about when stress takes over as we head into Stress Awareness Month this April. Thousands of anonymous…
Dynamic Earth sees 75% surge in 10-11 year olds joining the hunt for future-shaping STEM roles at ‘Your Planet, Your Future’ showcase Dynamic Earth, Edinburgh’s Science Centre and Planetarium, recently welcomed a record-breaking 549 primary seven pupils to its annual careers showcase. Held on 9 and 10 March, the event (Scotland’s largest free STEM careers…
