Looked-after children still have the odds stacked against them, though the presence of the virtual school head seems to make a difference. Suzanne O’Connell looks at the potential and the reality of this role
Over half the patients admitted to hospital for eating disorders in 2011–12 were aged 10–19. Suzanne O’Connell considers what schools should be aware of, and suggests what they can do to help pupils with eating disorders
Advanced skills teacher Kathryn Furness continues to chart the progress of the teaching and learning group established at her school. She describes how producing a teaching and learning newsletter has enthused staff and engaged parents
With overflowing in-trays and in-boxes, it can be difficult for school leaders to keep up to date with policy developments and to disseminate that knowledge to colleagues. In this e-bulletin, Josephine Smith tells you what you need to know about the latest government plans for secondary schools
Teachers tend to be highly motivated, bouncing back day after day to support the children and young people in our schools. Elizabeth Holmes suggests why it is important for professional learning leaders to encourage and develop this intrinsic motivation
From new approaches to classroom talk to creating their own underground map for development, deputy principal Mary Martin shares the strategies Comberton Village College uses to improve teaching and learning across all departments, and help ensure staff stay motivated and inspired