General
Monday
‘Learning for sustainability’: 8 ways to hit targets
A new plan in Scotland sets out that ‘every school and early learning setting will be sustainable by 2030’ – but how will that be achieved?
Collective action is key to closing the attainment gap
Scotland’s disadvantaged children can’t wait any longer for the education system to get its collective act together, says interim Education Scotland chief executive Gillian Hamilton
Friday
How to create a flourishing school system
The Church of England’s chief education officer explains why improving SEND provision, a compassionate accountability system and making education an inspiring career choice are vital for the future
Labour is right to ditch costly universal FSM plan
It sounds like a simple vote winner, but implementing universal free school meals is a costly scheme poorly targeted at a time when money could be better spent elsewhere in education, says Andy Jolley
Wednesday
Perilous state of school buildings prove funding models must change
Shocking findings from the NAO report make clear pupils and teachers are at risk – a situation that must be addressed as a priority, says Leora Cruddas
Labour should use private school tax to fix crumbling schools
Sam Freedman explains why so many of England’s school have been allowed to fall into disrepair – and why Labour need to form a plan to fund making them safe again
Tuesday
Teacher recruitment failings: what is happening in Scotland?
New teachers’ job prospects are worsening despite Scottish government promises to increase teacher numbers, with one council telling 130 staff they won’t have a job after the summer. Emma Seith looks at the national picture
Does the DfE understand the impact of Covid?
The lasting effects of Covid lockdowns continue to be felt in schools, not least around attendance and behaviour – yet the government seems unwilling to listen or address the challenges, warns Anne Longfield
