Bringing Your Authentic Self To Work Posted on 16 March 2022 by Natasha Godden Kent-Teach in Career | Wellbeing Research suggests that ‘when we experience authenticity…we feel a greater sense of wellbeing.’ When you feel like you can be yourself at work, you feel more comfortable to share your perspective, values, and beliefs. This may result in new innovative ideas, more diverse and inclusive conversations, and ultimately higher productivity. Feeling empowered to be yourself is also a great way to form meaning relationships and deeper connections with your colleagues. Read More...
British Science Week: Encouraging Children to Get Involved in Research Posted on 14 March 2022 by Lauren McGuinness - Guest Blogger in General | Schools Developmental psychologists are interested in growth throughout the lifespan, including changes in how people think, feel, and behave at various stages in their life. As such, differences in biological, social, emotional, and cognitive processes are investigated from birth, through infancy, during childhood and adolescence, and into adulthood Read More...
The Importance and Power Of Strong Leadership to Create Sustained Change With Respect to Inclusion and Diversity Posted on 10 March 2022 by Guest Blogger Jill Berry in Career I was a head in the independent sector for 10 years – until 2010. Since then, I have worked with many schools and leaders at all levels, focussing on leadership development, so I am still very much involved in the world of education. I am keen to do all I can to support leaders so that THEY can support, and constructively challenge, those they lead to achieve their professional best. Read More...
Eating Disorders Awareness Week Posted on 2 March 2022 by Kent-Teach Louis Boreham in Wellbeing This week is eating disorders awareness week, which hopes to educate people about the realities of eating disorders. Beat is one of the eating disorder charities focusing on this year’s annual campaign. According to their website, this year they are “campaigning for all UK medical schools to introduce proper training on eating disorders.” Read More...
Free Kent Days out in Half-Term Posted on 14 February 2022 by Louis Boreham Kent-Teach in General | Resources | Wellbeing Some of you may want to get outside in February, weather dependent or not. If you fancy a nice muddy walk-in wellies, why not go to Lyminge Forest, one of the largest areas of woodland in Kent. They also have great cycle routes all around the forest if you prefer that to walking. If you are interested in some more popular forests in Kent, check out this trip advisor list. Or of course you can just go on walks in areas local to you. Read More...
An Inside Guide To How An Apprenticeship Works Posted on 9 February 2022 by Louis Boreham Kent-Teach in Career | Schools As apprenticeships are starting to become more popular it is important to understand what an apprenticeship entails, how the education side works and how the actual work side functions. As an apprentice myself, hopefully I will be able to shed some light on these questions concerned. Read More...
Children's Mental Health Week 2022 Posted on 7 February 2022 by Amber Gravenell - Kent Teach in General | Wellbeing The 7th to the 13th February 2022 is Children’s Mental Health Week! In this blog, we signpost fantastic classroom resources to support you during Children's Mental Health Week. Read More...
What is Raynaud's Disease? - Everything You Need to Know Posted on 1 February 2022 by Amber Gravenell in General | Wellbeing Did you know around 20% of the adult population worldwide have Raynaud's Disease? February is Raynaud's Disease Awareness Month. With so many people living with Raynaud's Disease, it is crucial to improve awareness and understanding of this medical condition. Read More...
National Storytelling Week Resources Posted on 31 January 2022 by Amber Gravenell in Resources It's National Storytelling Week 2022! In this blog article, we discuss the importance of storytelling in childhood development as well as signposting a variety of classroom resources. Read More...
5 Museums in Kent Posted on 17 January 2022 by Amber Gravenell - Kent Teach in General Kent is a county rich in heritage and culture. Therefore it is unsurprising that Kent has a variety of wonderful museums. In this article, we detail 5 wonderful museums in Kent. Read More...