Working effectively with governing bodies Governing boards should publish and sign-up to a code of conduct committing to the seven principles of public life. The advice comes as part of a joint statement that has been published to help headteachers and governing boards to work together effectively.
Training spaces must inspire the next generation of teachers Sponsored During the last Parliamentary term, highly gifted and experienced teachers have been leaving in their droves, worn down by the relentless pressure to churn out data which Ofsted will like.
Teacher Support Network The Teacher Support Network is to merge with its sister charities Recourse and Worklife Support. The new organisation will support all people working in schools, colleges and universities.
Fitness resource Many primary pupils are below recommended levels of fitness for their age, a study has found.
Framework for Governance A new Framework for Governance is offering advice and support for governing bodies when it comes to setting the strategic direction of their schools.
Inspirational buildings for education Sponsored The Stable Company offers a superb range of stylish and sustainable outdoor buildings for any educational need such as classrooms, gymnasiums, sports halls, libraries, staff rooms and storage
Improve your teamwork and confidence-building with Unistage Sponsored A Unistage provides the space for any children, or adults to express themselves creatively and share their experience with friends and family.
UniPlay from Play Direct UK.com Sponsored Play Direct UK is introducing UniPlay, with 17 new units with fresh, modern components to delight every child.
Sovereign launches new play equipment Sponsored Sovereign, one of the largest providers of school ground developments in the UK, is launching a new and extensive range of play structures and sensory play facilities for the primary and early years.
An extraordinary new space to cope with a huge growth in pupil numbers Sponsored As the demand for new school places continues to grow, The Learning Escape is offering beautiful, high-quality and cost-effective solutions for schools looking to expand their classroom space.
Imagination Playground Sponsored Imagination Playground is a unique and exciting product designed by internationally acclaimed architect, David Rockwell, specifically to encourage child-directed, unstructured free play.
Guide To: Improving your outdoor play provision Headteacher Update has this month published a Guide To improving your school's outdoor play equipment. The six-page publication, published alongside our January edition, is a free guide to revamping your outdoor areas, including tips for the full planning and installation process.
Term-time holiday guidance Detailed guidance on handling requests for term-time holidays has been issued by the National Association of Head Teachers. The document seeks to clarify for school leaders what constitutes “exceptional circumstances” for granting absence during term time.
Sovereign Play Equipment Sponsored Sovereign, one of the largest providers of school ground developments in the UK, is launching a new and extensive range of play equipment this spring.
Every day is different with Imagination Playground Sponsored Imagination Playground is made up of large lightweight loose parts that prompt children to transform their environment and create a play space of their own.
Mesma: Evaluative statements Sponsored A meaningful evaluative statement is key to self-assessment – but it must be precise, simple to understand and jargon-free. Carole Loader, director at software specialists Mesma, offers some guidance:
Creating a platform for talent Sponsored The Aalborg staff has more than 75 years' experience in the design and supply of staging to schools and understands the need for robust, versatile, adaptable staging that can stand up to school use.
Playground equipment and outdoor furniture Sponsored SPONSORED PRODUCT: Educational Play Environments offers a range of playground equipment and outdoor furniture to schools across the UK
Teamwork and confidence-building with Unistage Sponsored SPONSORED PRODUCT: Unistage is much more than steel frames and wooden decks. A Unistage transforms any school, church or village hall into a unique venue where magical moments are shared and memories made and treasured.
Show My Homework Primary Sponsored SPONSORED PRODUCT: Show My Homework Primary is a fantastic tool for keeping parents informed and in-the-loop about important homework details, deadlines and announcements.
Talking about online pornography Childnet International has launched a resource to help parents talk to their children about online pornography.
Mesma software: New RAG dashboard Sponsored SPONSORED PRODUCT: Mesma was set-up in response to changes implemented by education watchdog Ofsted, which led to education providers receiving reduced notice of inspection.
SPONSORED PRODUCT: Timber solutions to education challenges It is well documented that pressure on schools to meet demand for places is increasing, coupled with the need for diversifying the environments in which we teach; there is a mounting pressure on schools to creatively meet these challenges while staying within the parameters of their budgets.
SPONSORED RESOURCE: Scotts of Thrapston Leading joinery manufacturer, Scotts of Thrapston, has launched a range of timber-framed education buildings to meet an increasing demand for additional classroom space.
SPONSORED RESOURCE: AEL Solutions Children learn through play and at AEL we specialise in producing and installing outdoor solutions to enable children to play and learn outside – whatever the weather!
