In the School Garden: The Benefits of Outdoor Learning
A change of scenery can make a big impact on wellbeing, and that goes for schools too. Regularly getting out of the classroom and...
What’s Fake News Got to Do with Schools?
We’re all aware of the spread of fake news in the media over recent years. From internet trolls to politicians, it’s become a tool...
Teachers: How to Use the Christmas Break Wisely
As we move in to the last weeks of winter term, teachers will be looking forward to a well-earned rest over the Christmas break....
Best Books for Teachers
School’s out for summer and there’s no better way to relax than put your feet up and get stuck in to a great book....
“But I’m not a maths person”: 7 strategies to help your students enjoy maths
There are so many arguments against the notion of not being a maths person. I won’t go into them, but let me be clear:...
Start the year by setting the points table
From the first lesson we have together, there are two things I really want to cultivate in my students: motivation and a sense of...
The Power of Words: Why I Love World Book Day
World Book Day started in 1998 in the UK and I remember it as if it was yesterday. In reality, I was just being...
Teacher Retention: The Facts You Need to Know
The UK is struggling with teacher retention during growing numbers of pupil intake and cuts to the education sector. The Government has missed recruitment...
Let’s Fight Library Funding Cuts: Support Our School Libraries
No one can deny the importance of reading from a young age. Countless studies have shown that children who read frequently enjoy numerous benefits,...
How To Write a Teaching Cover Letter That Stands Out
So you’ve created a stellar teaching CV and now it’s time to pen a stand-out cover letter. But where to start? Cover letters are...