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Top 10 tips for... Sociable lunch-times

We all know how important eating together is – sitting around a table and having opportunity to chat is a valuable social experience. As part of our top 10 tips series, Suzanne O’Connell considers making lunch-times socialable, calm, and harmonious

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The EAL coordinator: Guidance and practical strategies

Increasing numbers of learners who are refugees and who are learning English as an additional language are entering our schools. Glynis Lloyd sets out practical strategies for the work of EAL coordinators, along with helpful guidelines for good practice

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Safeguarding leads and SENCOs working together

Safeguarding risks are often heightened when SEND is involved, with many overlaps between the two. As such, joined up working is key. Sara Alston looks at some key principles

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Curriculum development and leadership: Lessons learned

A new book tells the story of the development of a primary school curriculum across an academy trust. What lessons did the authors learn? Claire Banks and Professor Mick Waters explain

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Leadership skills: Five tips for active listening

The secret to good communication is good listening – but do you listen to understand your colleagues or listen with the intent of responding? Emily Kenneally looks at how we can all listen better

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How to be a safe adult for vulnerable students: Five Cs

Every child needs a safe adult, especially if they have faced trauma or are vulnerable. Dr Pooky Knightsmith describes the five Cs of being a safe adult, offering examples and resources

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Top 10 tips for... Interesting assemblies

Assemblies can help you to develop your whole school ethos and bring your learning community together. As part of our regular top 10 tips series, Suzanne O’Connell considers making assembly time better

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ADHD: Spotting the signs and supporting pupils

How can teachers support students who have or might have ADHD? Jen Catling looks at spotting the signs, recognising their strengths, and what to do if you are worried about a young person

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Reading for pleasure: Sustaining and developing your school’s reading culture

How can we build on the buzz of World Book Day to develop our school’s reading culture? We must focus on an evidence-based approach to reading for pleasure, not an activity-oriented one. Professor Teresa Cremin explains

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The SEND Tribunal: Attending the hearing

The SEND Tribunal specialises in hearing SEN appeals and disability discrimination claims concerning children in schools. In the second of two articles, Nabil Dance offers advice on preparing for and attending a hearing

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Vulnerable pupils: Identifying invisible barriers to learning

There seem to be so many more barriers to learning now and many of these are seemingly invisible to schools. Ali Williams discusses how schools can identify ‘vulnerability’ and what we can do once we have

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Five ways to avoid ineffective ‘instructional coaching’

The instructional coaching approach is being misunderstood in some schools leading to ineffective support for teachers. David Weston explains why and considers what we should be doing

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The principles of primary school leadership – and seven top tips

The primary phase is unique and as such leading a primary school requires a specific leadership approach. Emma Turner considers some principles of great primary leadership and seven practical tips for leadership success

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The SEND Tribunal: Preparing for a hearing

The SEND Tribunal specialises in hearing SEN appeals and disability discrimination claims concerning children in schools. What does it have the power to do? How can headteachers prepare for an appeal or claim? Nabil Dance answers these key questions

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Neuroscience in education: Unpicking the helpful and the harmful

Neuroscience has so much to tell us about how children learn and how we should teach, but we must be aware of the neuromyths, says Daniel Sobel. He considers the challenges and offers six pointers for using neuroscience in education

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How to be a successful SENCO in seven steps

The SENCO role is complex and challenging, and it is crucial we get it right. Pearl Barnes offers insights into how to achieve success as a SENCO and how to be a SENCO-supportive school

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Reception to year 1: How to support pupil transition

Just because a child has reached a ‘good level of development’ at the end of reception class does not mean they are completely ready for life in year 1. Ben Case discusses transition and how we can support our youngest pupils

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Protecting students from online sexual exploitation and abuse

Horrifying recent figures show the extent to which online sexual exploitation and abuse has proliferated since Covid lockdowns – and much of this material is being self-generated by the victims themselves. Elizabeth Rose explains what schools should be doing to protect children

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Ideas for outdoor learning this spring

Spring is on its way, but we need not wait for warmer days to get our pupils outside, especially given the impact of outdoor learning on wellbeing and happiness. Janet Anderson offers some practical tips for outdoor activities in primary schools

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Who is in charge of wellbeing in your school?

Staff wellbeing is the responsibility of everyone in your school – but how? Frances Robertson offers some ideas and reflections

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Professional development: Thinking schools and thinking teachers

The learning environment for your staff really matters. Dr Kulvarn Atwal introduces his recipe for creating thinking schools and developing thinking teachers – offering us five concrete strategies

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School strikes: Answering headteacher's legal questions

Many school leaders are supportive of the industrial action being taken by the NEU but are still required to open and run their schools where possible. As such, legal expert Jane Hallas answers some key questions

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School staffing: It’s time to take the menopause seriously

How does your school support colleagues who may be affected by menopause symptoms? Legal and HR expert Kelly Rayner offers some important advice and practical tips

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Top 10 tips for... Successful staff meetings

The staff meeting is a vital opportunity to demonstrate your leadership and ensure your school retains a sense of community. But we must avoid laboured events that send out the wrong messages and waste valuable staff time. Suzanne O’Connell offers 10 ideas for effective meetings

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Andrew Tate: Responding to misogyny in primary schools

The hate and misogyny of Andrew Tate has entered our classrooms and is reaching down into primary age. How can we respond? Lucy Emmerson urges us to consider how RSE tackles issues including gender, power, equality, respect, consent, and healthy relationships

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