The Science of Happiness: What Can We Learn for the Classroom?
In recent years, the science of happiness has gained increasing attention—not just in psychology but across education and beyond. As educators, we have a unique opportunity to apply insights from …
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The Problem With Teachers Turning Their Classrooms Into TikTok Content
In the ever-expanding world of social media, where everyone is vying for attention, it was perhaps inevitable that teachers would enter the fray. Social media is now filled with teachers …
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Helping Your Child Choose Their GCSE Options (Even When They Have No Idea)
Education often throw up tricky dilemmas—decisions that feel overwhelming, frustrating, or just plain confusing. Whether it’s helping a child choose their GCSE options, dealing with school stress, or navigating the …
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Why Banning Phones in Schools Still Matters: The Case for Academic Success and Wellbeing
A recent study published in The Lancet suggests that a school phone ban has little effect on student performance or wellbeing. However, wider research and real-world experience suggest otherwise. Schools …
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Ofsted’s School Inspection Changes: What They Mean for Schools, and Parents
The UK’s education watchdog, Ofsted, has announced major changes to its school inspection framework, aiming to provide a fairer and more detailed evaluation system. Instead of the traditional single-word judgments …
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Unlocking Learning Potential: The Power of Learning Intentions and Success Criteria
In contemporary education, providing clarity and focus for students is paramount. Research consistently highlights the impact of clearly defined goals on student achievement and engagement. Learning intentions (the ‘what’ of …
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How Rosenshine’s Principles of Instruction Shape My History Classroom
As a history teacher in a secondary school, I often find myself searching for effective strategies to help my students grapple with the complexities of our subject. From interpreting primary …
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Labour’s Education Reforms: A Closer Look at School Autonomy Changes
Labour’s proposed education reforms aim to overhaul the academy system in England, a hallmark of school autonomy introduced to foster innovation and improve outcomes. While the reforms, which include mandating …
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