Research shows that good middle leaders can contribute immensely to the success of a school as their subject knowledge provides an important part of their professional identity and their colleagues’. Not only in the event of an inspection …
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What Should Middle Leaders Know About Their Subject?
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Scavenger Hunt
Towards the end of the term or even at the beginning of one, playing games such as Scavenger Hunt with your pupils is a great way to encourage team work, observation skills and quick thinking. …
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Top 25 Education Buzzwords Explained
In education there is never a shortage of acronyms and buzzwords that educators are required to use. Yes, they change often, just to keep you on your toes, so if you are feeling a little …
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Time Confetti, Confetti Cake and Teacher Wellbeing
Technology is in our lives for the better or worse. It is in our hands to make the most of it, not by using it non-stop but by finding the right balance so that it …
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It’s All About the Children But Is It Really?
As a teacher, how many times has your workload been unnecessarily increased with the sole reason given that it is for the children? Doesn’t it go without saying that a teacher’s job is to teach …
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Half-Term Holiday Rest
Autumn half-term, what a great time for teachers and pupils to get a breather, recharge those batteries to get them through to Christmas. Whatever your role is in a school, the hustle and bustle of …
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The Importance of Middle Leaders in Schools
Are you a middle leader wondering about the importance of your role? Torn between teaching full time and catering for your pupils and guiding and motivating colleagues? If yes, then this is the post for …
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3 Ways Teachers Can Find Inspiration From Within
Have you ever looked at colleagues around you and thought that you want to teach like them? Being inspired by others is wonderful and adopting great teaching ideas enhances ones teaching, however, once we start …
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Cute Thank You Notes
These simple yet really cute thank you notes will come in handy for any situation. Whether it may be thanking a colleague for helping you out or a pupil for giving you an end of …
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How Can Schools Develop the Knowledge and Skill Sets of Middle Leaders?
If schools develop the knowledge and skill sets of middle leadership, they will enhance teaching and learning within the school. Strong middle leadership is vital for the success of a school as staff are given the opportunity …
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