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Grainne Hallahan
Gráinne Hallahan

Grainne Hallahan is head of community at , a daily survey app for teachers. Prior to her current role, she was recruitment editor at 91¶¶Òõ Magazine. She is a former English teacher. 

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How to guard against the summer blues
Despite counting down to summer, the holidays can initially be a shock to the system, says this teacher
24 July 2026
How teachers can guard against the summer blues
Using AI in schools: a beginner’s guide for teachers
AI has the potential to cut teacher workload, but for those new to using it, where should they begin? Gráinne Hallahan rounds up some tips from the sector
General
1 May 2026
Using AI in schools: a beginner’s guide for teachers
Can you negotiate a teacher salary?
Teachers often assume that the pay and conditions of their roles are not up for negotiation, but that isn’t the case, writes Gráinne Hallahan
General
10 April 2026
Teacher salary negotiation
Teacher interview tips: 6 ways to stand out
Everyone wants to make a big impression in their teacher job interview – here we ask leaders what candidates have done in the past that has really set them apart
Tips & Techniques
15 October 2025
Man standing out in crowd
Reception Baseline Assessment: what you need to know
Every pupil takes part in Reception Baseline Assessment in their first six weeks of school. Here’s what you need to know about the assessment ahead of September
Primary
5 August 2025
Children climbing on blocks
Grade boundaries: what are they and how do they work?
Grade boundaries vary each year, but why? And how are they decided upon? Check out our guide to the method behind the numbers
Secondary
5 August 2025
Boundaries