…51 (as has been the case since 1992), and, somewhat predictably, is most likely to have previously worked in politics. A third of MPs went to fee-paying private schools (compared…
Advising the Advisers
…and to provide teachers with a forum within which they can explore their own subject interests and new research. All expenses are met and, in some cases, cover costs can…
Home Truths
…hope that the fund will complement the work of the Education Endowment Foundation (EEF) in this area. As in some cases it may contribute to feeding the EEF pipeline. Our…
The best ways to work with teaching assistants
…been difficult to achieve – and in any case, may be undesirable. But laissez-faire arrangements, where schools are encouraged to find local solutions to local problems, have also been problematic…
Leading headteachers urge political parties to improve professional training for teachers
…learning by raising the quality of teaching, the group evaluated existing methods for teacher development. Case studies featured in today’s report include Networked Learning Communities in Singapore, where a mix…
Election consensus and challenges
…stronger incentives should build on the pupil premium awards to reward successful schools, and those that use evidence effectively. And there is a good case for revitalising leadership education by…