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British Psychological Society renews calls to prioritise children’s mental health and wellbeing in schools

British Psychological Society renews calls to prioritise children’s mental health and wellbeing in schools following publication of Education Committee’s government catch up programme report

The British Psychological Society (BPS) has raised concerns that the Education Committee’s report into the government’s catch-up programme does not go far enough to prioritise children’s mental health and...

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Education Secretary promises to harness ‘energy and expertise’ of teachers

New independent government body to be created, focused on supporting teachers to deliver excellent lessons and building on the success of Oak National Academy

From: Department for Education and The Rt Hon Nadhim Zahawi MP

A new independent government body will be created to support teachers in delivering excellent curriculum content as part of world class lessons, the Education...

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Childhood Development and the Benefits of Forest Schools 

Forest schools are an exciting opportunity for children to learn with their hands. The sessions, which are non-academic and led by a qualified instructor, encourage outdoor education in a controlled setting. This can come in a range of forms, from group treasure hunts to woodland building exercises.

These schools encourage children to ditch the computer screen and spend more time...

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Is the UK potentially missing out on their next big sports star? Research suggests kids would rather stream than play sport

Slam Dunk: Sports Direct reignites kids’ passion for PE with mass participation school event
  • New research suggests that three times as many children would rather watch a streaming service (48%) than play sport (16%)
  • Sport only came in 4th as a favourite pastime (27%), with twice as many kids listing watching streaming services (58%) or playing computer games (56%) as their
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EMPOWER THE YOUNGER GENERATION TO BE PERIOD PROUD THIS INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY

International Women’s Day (8th March) offers a chance to celebrate how far women have come, but amongst the progression, new research reveals that the stigma still exists in young people - with over 60% feeling embarrassed while menstruating*.

Latest findings from intimate wellbeing brand, INTIMINA , highlight that two thirds (65%) of those surveyed feel shame when menstruating at...

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The impact of school resource management advisers (SRMAs)

Find out how the SRMA role can have an impact on improving outcomes for pupils.

From: Education and Skills Funding Agency

What are SRMAs?

SRMAs are practising sector experts such as school business professionals that work collaboratively with schools and trusts, providing independent advice tailored to each individual setting.

This includes hands-on management support and...

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Free cyber skills training for thousands of school pupils

Free online cyber security learning rolled out across UK secondary schools

From: Department for Digital, Culture, Media & Sport and Julia Lopez MP

Published 23 February 2022

  • Cyber Explorers will teach 11 to 14-year-olds essential digital skills to meet demand for future talent in the cyber security sector
  • Schools in Newport, Newry, Inverclyde, Birmingham
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Extra support to safeguard political impartiality in schools

Brings clarity on meeting legal duties when discussing issues such as Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

From: Department for Education and The Rt Hon Nadhim Zahawi MP

New guidance to support teachers in tackling sensitive issues in the classroom in a politically impartial way is being published today (17 February 2022).

Teaching about political issues and the differing...

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What to do if you don’t receive your phase transfer notice regarding your child’s school place

Education law experts offer their advice ahead of the February 15th deadline

February 15th marks the official ‘Phase Transfer’ deadline – the date by which local councils must issue the updated Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) for children who have them, naming the placement or type of school they should attend from September 2022.

The deadline is important, because it...

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Trial begins on school day reforms in Wales

A trial that guarantees extra school sessions for learners in Wales is now underway, Education Minister and Welsh Language Minister Jeremy Miles has announced.

Over 1,800 learners will take part in the trial, benefitting from five hours of extra activity per week over a ten week period.

The trial, which follows a government commitment to explore reform of the school day, is focused...

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