Tag: Education
Getting to grips with assistive technology
We can create a daring, whole-school vision says Sam McFarlane.
It's inescapable, the digital revolution is here to stay, and the world of education is...
Schools for children with dyslexia
The choice of school can be critical to a dyslexic child's educational future. CReSTeD can help, says Brendan Wignall.
The Council for Registration of Schools...
When phonics fails
Deborah Salsbury favours a balanced approach to teaching reading, incorporating elements of both phonics and a whole-language approach.
"It's not your fault you can't read"...
School anxiety
There is still a long way to go to ensure that mental health is fully supported in schools, writes Julie Whitington.
Working in a primary...
Banning phones in England’s schools will not address online safety, say...
Call made for more ambitious legislation to protect children from harmful content on tech platforms
Banning mobile phones in England’s schools will not address the...
Assistive technology in Further Education
For learners with SEND, the benefits of assistive technology can be profound and transformational, writes Catherine Manning.
In 2018 the Education and Training Foundation (ETF)...
A passion for creating art
Let's offer ALL students the art education experience they deserve, says Rebecca Bromley-Woods.
As the UK education system has become increasingly narrow and focused on...
The beauty of disability
Jonathan Harvey waxes philosophical on how an understanding of disabled people’s lives and ambitions can inspire SEN teacher training.
In order to work effectively with...
The right setting
Lorna Woolley on finding the right school environment for a child with learning challenges.
Parents explore specialist provision for a child or young person for...
CPD for school leaders
Try spending more time together, recommends Nadia Hewstone.
I have met many talented and committed senior leaders. I recently worked with a Senco who had...
