General
Wednesday
10th Sep 2025
What is it actually like to be a RISE adviser?
One of the first Regional Improvement for Standards and Excellence (RISE) advisers shares insights on how the role works and the impact it can have
Why we added 45-minute pastoral lessons to the curriculum
An international leader in Germany explains how they made proper time for check-ins with students to ensure a deeper focus on their wellbeing
Thursday
4th Sep 2025
School complaints processes must change - and fast
Systems for parents to complain to and about schools are not working for anyone, argues NAHT’s James Bowen, who says the hope is that change will come soon
Education’s BAME inclusion efforts must go deeper
Evelyn Forde explains why education needs to do more to ensure the voices, experiences and insights of people of colour are embedded in education – not seen as add-ons
‘Our site is on a knife edge’: the school buildings crisis deepens
Rusting fire escapes, legionella and classrooms that reach 53C: a lack of funding for buildings maintenance is putting pupils and staff at risk, leaders tell Ellen Peirson-Hagger. Will government intervene before disaster strikes?
Monday
1st Sep 2025
Why cyberattacks on Scottish schools make digital skills crucial
Digital threats seem to be everywhere – yet the digital part of children’s identities cannot be removed when they step inside a school, says Professor David Lundie
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