Pastoral
The latest news, analysis and advice on pastoral support, including pupil mental health and wellbeing, attendance and non-academic development
Friday
21st Nov 2025
What US schools taught us about motivating pupils
Visiting schools in Ohio where assessment is turned into a celebration got this MAT leader thinking about ways to use healthy competition to drive engagement and outcomes
How a school running club proved a surprise success
From wellbeing benefits to health boosts – and lots of fun, too – a school leader in Devon explains how getting the trainers on and hitting the trails has benefited students and staff
Tuesday
4th Nov 2025
Why I got rid of isolation at my school
One head makes the case against isolating students for poor behaviour – and explains the improvements she has seen since abandoning the policy at her school
How I taught empathy to primary pupils
A Year 2 lead at an international school in Bangkok outlines how she created a six-week programme to teach social and emotional skills to young learners
How we’re getting disadvantaged boys more engaged in school
A new programme targeted at boys who are eligible for free school meals has resulted in improved attendance and behaviour at 17 United Learning schools. Ellen Peirson-Hagger hears what it involves