10th March 2017
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HEADLINE NEWS

Budget 2017: Funding announced for 110 additional free schools

The chancellor has confirmed that funding will be allocated for free schools and grammar schools in this year’s budget.....read more


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NEWS

Music could be wiped out in secondary schools, research shows

Music in schools could become non-existent in the future because of pressure on pupils to take EBacc subjects, researchers have warned.....read more

No academic benefit to attending a partially selective school, research suggests

Pupils attending partially selective schools are not necessarily better off in comparison to non-selective, research has shown.....read more

Budget 2017: Poorer pupils to receive free transport to grammar schools

Poorer pupils are expected to receive free transport as part of the Chancellor’s budget, which is being announced Wednesday, 8 March.....read more

Confusion over new grading system leads Ofqual to launch TV advert

Exams regulator Ofqual has launched a TV advert in order to explain the new 9-1 grading style.....read more

FEATURES

Overcoming a shortage in pupil places at schools

With pupil numbers rising again in 2016, and the trend likely to continue for the next few years, researcher Beth Walton looks at what schools can do to manage a rising demand for places.....read more

How to limit sugar and increase fibre

Since July 2015, new recommendations for sugar and fibre intake have been in place for adults and children. The Children’s Food Trust suggests ways for schools to limit sugars and increase fibre in food.....read more

SPONSORS

The Nationwide Hygiene Group

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HUE

The HUE HD Pro document camera. Engage students by sharing their work or interactive activities, vlogging and video chats. At £44.95 + VAT schools can afford to have a HUE HD Pro in every classroom. To find out more click here. Use 10% discount voucher “EBM10” in our online shop.

Stage Systems

Portable staging from Stage Systems creates performance platforms. Simple and fun designs from kits, standard stock or bespoke solutions produce excellent results with flat, multi-height and tiering systems. We are dedicated to staging and truly deliver on bringing spaces to life with creative designs in primary and secondary schools, colleges and universities.....read more

The Week Junior

Encourage your class to explore and share their ideas and opinions about the world around them. The award winning The Week Junior explains news and current affairs in a way that makes sense to young people. It will get your class reading, thinking and talking about the things that matter.....read more

Stubbers Adventure Centre

Stubbers Adventure Centre is based on a picturesque 130 acre site providing over 50 adventurous activities offering day and residential visits. In its 20 year history, the centre has helped hundreds of schools provide their students with the opportunity to learn and develop social and interpersonal skills and build their confidence through participating in adventurous activities.....read more

Wallgate

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