NEWS

Severe obesity in 10 to 11 year olds reaches record high

Analysis of the National Child Measurement Programme (NCMP) shows that the proportion of severley obese children in year 6 has reached a record high.....read more

Teachers unsure of benefits of working for a Multi-Academy Trust

Two thirds (68 per cent) would choose a role in a standalone school over a job working within a MAT, according to research from Affinity Workforce.....read more

Doncaster kids to get free activities and meals during summer

The summer project will be run by EXPECT Youth, Doncaster’s youth alliance which works closely with the Opportunity Area programme by delivering projects for the most vulnerable in the borough.....read more

London needs thousands of school places for SEND pupils

Mayor of London is urged to keep pressure on government to ensure funding increases per pupil with high needs, and the creation of new special schools where the need is greatest.....read more

Toolkit on reducing teacher workload launched by DfE

A series of online resources to help head teachers eliminate unnecessary and time-consuming tasks has been launched by Education Secretary Damian Hinds.....read more

FEATURES

Different seasons bring different risks

Think the onset of summer reduces the risks faced by schools? Think again. Fiona Riley, chair of the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health’s Education Group examines some of the risks.....read more

Expanding learning beyond four walls

School grounds can become an integral tool for outdoor learning. Groundwork’s Stacey Aplin considers what can be done to ensure that more pupils have the opportunity to get outdoors.....read more

EVENTS

EduTech Show 2018

12 October, Olympia, London
Edutech Show is designed for UK educational professionals and practitioners and aims to bridge the gap between technology and the curriculum by demonstrating how technology can drive engagement in the classroom. EduTech Show is free-to-attend event, and will showcase the latest products and services whilst delivering over 30 insightful seminars, master classes and Keynote sessions.....read more

SPONSORS

CV-Library

Are you ready to take an exciting step in your career? CV-Library is currently advertising over 13,000 education jobs on its site! Simply register your CV to get instant job matches or use its advanced search options to find education specific roles in all locations across the UK. Upload your CV today and let the jobs come to you.....read more

Schools Broadband

Free Ultrafast broadband for one year, worth over £4K. Schools Broadband is one of the first ISPs in the country to offer BT’s new ultrafast G.fast broadband service to schools. Providing up to 330Mbps download and 50Mbps upload (4x faster than FTTC) they are recruiting schools to join their BETA Test Community. For more information contact us on 01133 222 333 or by email.

Venesta

We know education. Our design team has gone to town to create washrooms that challenge and delight young minds. Available in 36 vibrant colours to spark a child’s imagination, our cubicles are also available with optional shaped and low height doors for adult supervision and a wide choice of excellent designs that are surprisingly affordable.....read more

JJ Food Service

JJ Food Service is an Award-winning independent foodservice wholesaler delivering a range of food, drink, packaging and cleaning products from 11 branches across the UK to more than 60,000 customers. JJ holds a position on the NHS framework agreement as a trusted multi-temperature supplier. Contact: Richard Bradshaw, Business Development Manager, 07931 176987…..read more

TG Escapes

TG Escapes design bespoke eco-buildings throughout the education sector. The fast, modular process minimises disruption ensuring educational continuity. Every project starts with a free site survey to fully understand your detailed requirements, and we provide a single all-inclusive price from planning to handover. Find out more and book your free survey.

Awesome Apps

The MoonRay 3D printer from Awesome Apps is now available in three models aimed at the rapid prototyping, dental and investment casting sectors. Based on the new DLP ultra violet technology these printers have a layer resolution of 20 microns and are available directly from a UK stock.....read more

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