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New DfE figures reveal how different groups of pupils performed in this year’s key stage 2 Sats, including those from disadvantaged backgrounds and those with SEND

It might not be an obvious fit for the geography classroom, but the summer blockbuster can offer teachers plenty of inspiration, says Steve Brace

Critics argue that an overloaded primary curriculum is imposing unsustainable workload on teachers. But is curriculum size really to blame? John Morgan investigates

Alva Academy has a remarkable bond with members of its surrounding community – and that benefits everyone, hears Henry Hepburn

Oracy is not a ‘new-fangled fad’, say researchers Arlene Holmes-Henderson and Tom Wright, who share evidence-informed approaches to improving oracy in schools

Schools are offering less fieldwork now than before the pandemic, research shows – but ‘hands on’ outdoor investigations are still essential to studying geography, says Steve Brace

Teachers may interpret EYFS concepts in different ways, says Helen Pinnington, so it’s important to make sure your team are on the same page for continuous provision

At a special school for students with social, emotional and mental health needs, bringing DJing to the timetable has had a huge impact, finds Clare Cook

Even though artificial-intelligence systems such as ChatGPT will be able to do many tasks in education, human moderation will be essential, says this teacher

Only a tiny proportion of the world’s children could afford to attend Institut auf dem Rosenberg, so what sort of advantages can they expect for their families’ huge outlay? Henry Hepburn travelled to Switzerland to find out

Play is important for children’s development, but it isn’t always easy to define – or to support. Julian Grenier looks at how early years teachers can cultivate this crucial practice

As one of the architects of the 2014 national curriculum, Tim Oates helped drive the knowledge-rich education movement. Almost 10 years on from the curriculum reforms, have his views about knowledge changed? George Duoblys spoke to him to find out