Michael Gove has been quoted as stating that ‘a proper grounding in traditional subjects is the most effective way of preventing children having sex too early’. Alice Hoyle responds
John Cabot Academy is renowned for its proactive approach to attendance – so much so that they were asked to speak at the National Association for Social Workers in Education annual conference. Steve Church, assistant principal, shares what they do
Schools need to be aware of the latest updates from Ofsted on its inspection of pastoral issues. Suzanne O’Connell looks at the latest report, No Place for Bullying, and the new framework from September
If your style of teaching and managing difficult behaviour conflicts with the styles adopted by your colleagues it could have a detrimental effect on pupil behaviour. Dave Stott examines the problem and suggests some solutions
Are you overlooking simple but important actions which, if completed and addressed, can smooth the start of the lesson? Dave Stott suggests using a simple ‘pre-flight’ checklist