Monday
Why September’s return to school should be celebrated
In many countries going back to school is a joyful celebration of the importance of education – and this is an attitude that we should embrace in England, says this experienced leader
Can ‘short reading’ boost reading for pleasure at secondary?
Research suggests that regular reading sessions of just five minutes can make a big difference for young children, so one English teacher decided to trial the same approach with her key stage 3 classes
Early years recruitment could hamper childcare expansion
Pay and recruitment issues persist in early years workforce despite funding boosts, warns a new NFER report
Friday
Scottish teachers back industrial action over contact time
Members of both the EIS and SSTA unions have signalled support for strike action if the reduction in class-contact time is not delivered
Nord Anglia’s South American expansion enters Chile
International schools group expands its footprint to 37 nations with a deal for an 88-year-old school in Santiago
What one Rust Belt town teaches us about closing achievement gaps
The impact of a literacy programme in Steubenville, Ohio, shows it is possible to boost outcomes for white, working-class pupils – so let’s act now, says Mike Fischer
Why 20 years at a special school has been a joy and privilege
A teacher embarking on another year at a SEMH special school explains why we she fell in love with a challenging job – and keeps on coming back for more
Thursday
Russia bans IB after branding it ‘undesirable’
At least 29 schools listed as delivering IB courses are likely to be affected by the decision
Free meals and activities for poorer pupils in the holidays extended
The future of the government’s Holiday Activities and Food Programme had been uncertain but funding has now been guaranteed for another three years
Why new teachers must look after their wellbeing
In her final piece in a series for new teachers, Dr Sarah Mullin says that great teaching can only happen if staff are able to prioritise their personal wellbeing
4 tips for pastoral teams at the start of a new year
The beginning of a new school year provides a chance for pastoral teams to get together and map out key priorities to ensure that pupils get the support they need
