Election leaves free schools in limbo

As a result of the snap election, the government’s free schools policy has come to a halt because of pre-election “purdah”.....read more

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NEWS

Half of academies sponsored by grammar schools need improvement

Government data has revealed that half of academies sponsored by grammar schools are rated as requiring improvement or inadequate.....read more

Headteacher retention rates are falling, research shows

Research carried out by the National Foundation for Educational Research (NFER) has found that headteacher retention rates have fallen since 2012, giving cause for concern.....read more

Teachers subject of online abuse by parents and pupils, report shows

According to research by union NASUWT, nearly one-third of teachers have reported being abused online in the past 12 months.....read more

Trainee teacher bursaries should be replaced with new “forgivable fees”

According to a report by the Higher Education Policy Institute (HEPI), bursaries for trainee teachers should be scrapped and replaced with a new system of forgivable fees.....read more

FEATURES

Spring means making the most of the outdoors

With warmer weather upon us, schools should review their outdoor play facilities and upgrade those that are worn or fail to excite children.....read more

SEND: an update of recent developments

There are many schools demonstrating excellent and inclusive SEND practice, but there is still more to do to to ensure there is high quality provision across England.....read more

Ten Ten Systems

Ten Ten Systems is a leading IT solutions provider, offering flexible, reliable and cost-effective IT installations and support. From network services to cloud computing, our team has the perfect blend of technical know-how and experience to help you with every aspect of your school’s IT facilities.....read more

Thorpe Park

Educational trips from £15 per student. Looking to provide a learning experience outside the classroom? We can provide impactful and inspirational educational trips with KS3 and 4 STEM trips and KS 3 – 5 Business options available. For more options, email our education team with no obligation.....read more

Scout Adventures

Scout Adventures is all about the big moments. Whether it’s leaping off a jetty into a lake at the end of a day’s canoeing, chatting about the day’s activities in a bunk bed after lights out, or toasting marshmallows over glowing embers. Not only are memories being made but young people are also learning the character skills they need to succeed: leadership, teamwork, resilience and initiative.....read more

Scotts of Thrapston

Scotts Education Buildings offer schools and nurseries a quick, cost effective and high quality permanent solution to increased space demand. Scotts has given careful consideration to the specification and design of their classrooms and educational buildings, to create modern learning spaces that meet your budget.....read more

Lovair

We are pioneers in washroom design. Creating fresh approaches to school washrooms, we designed the ultimate hand-washing experience. These have enabled open-plan design to replace the confined spaces that allowed bullying to blight the lives of school children for generations. Download our free guide to creating the Ultimate School Washroom.

Ebuyer.com

Ebuyer.com is one of the UK’s leading online retailers of electronics, technology and office supplies and have a dedicated education team providing technology solutions to schools. Our website features more than 40,000 products and we ship thousands of orders every day from our East Yorkshire distribution centre.....read more

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