Family Friendly Days Out in Kent This Summer Holiday Posted on 17 July 2023 by Becky Duncan, Kent-Teach in General The summer holidays are upon us again! A time to enjoy time away from the classroom with your family and friends. With 6 weeks ahead of you it can sometimes be difficult to plan activities and days out to keep your little ones entertained or to prevent you getting cabin fever. So we have collected some ideas for some fun days out this summer to suit every budget. Read More...
CLOSED: Win Family Tickets to Howletts Wild Animal Park! Posted on 17 July 2023 by Kent-Teach in General Want to win tickets for up to 4 people to Howletts Wild Animal Park in Kent this summer? Then enter our free Facebook competition now! Read More...
National Thank a Teacher Day: Superstar Teachers in Kent Posted on 3 July 2023 by Megan Waters, Kent-Teach in General Wednesday, the 21st of June, was National Thank a Teacher Day, a day for children, students, staff and parents to come together to thank those who have made an impact in their life. So, we decided what better time there could be for you to tell us all about your favourite teachers in Kent! Read More...
Retrieval Practice in Primary School Students: A Case Study Posted on 26 June 2023 by Ryarsh Primary School in Resources Put simply, Retrieval Practice is a technique which enables children to recall what they have learnt. It strengthens knowledge retention and encourages young learners to engage with and use new skills and knowledge. Ryarsh Primary School share with us how they use Retrieval Practice and provide practical strategies on how to implement this in the classroom. Read More...
CLOSED: Kent Teachers Can Win a Costa Gift Card for National Thank a Teacher Day! Posted on 12 June 2023 by Kent-Teach in General For National Thank a Teacher Day this year, we’re asking you to nominate a special teacher in your life (past or present!), and they could win a £10 Costa e-gift card! PLUS, if your entry wins, you'll receive a £10 Costa e-gift card too! Read More...
The Importance of Sport in Primary Schools Posted on 8 June 2023 by Alex, PE Teacher, for Kent-Teach in Career | Wellbeing The importance of sport within schools has been a hot topic of conversation within education for years. In this article Alex, a primary school teacher in Kent, shares his thoughts with us on why physical education is so important for children and young people. Read More...
7 Low Cost Family Days Out in Kent for May Half Term Posted on 18 May 2023 by Becky Duncan, Kent-Teach in General It's time to relax and enjoy yourself over the May bank holiday weekend and half term in the beautiful county of Kent! In this blog you will uncover some low cost days out or events that are included in memberships or admission tickets to keep you and your family entertained this May half term without breaking the bank. So pack your picnic and your sun hat (and probably wellies if the weather is anything to go by lately!) for a great day out in Kent. Read More...
A Complete Guide to Studying a Diploma in Education and Training Posted on 9 May 2023 by Rachel Nelligan, Teacher Training UK in Career There are a number of routes into teaching but one route you may not have heard of is the Diploma in Education and Training. The Diploma in Education is fast becoming a popular way to become a teacher as you do not need to be a graduate to undertake the qualification. In this blog Teacher Training UK explores the Diploma in Education and Training qualification and how to decide if this teacher training route is right for you. Read More...
5 Tips to Address Gaps in Your Employment History Posted on 20 April 2023 by Becky Duncan, Kent-Teach in Career Unexplained gaps in your employment history can raise red flags with schools, so it is very important to address any breaks in your employment history in your job application. Gaps in your work history don’t have to be a barrier in you finding work if you follow these 5 tips for addressing gaps in your employment history. Read More...
8 Family Events in Kent This Easter Posted on 3 April 2023 by Megan Waters, Kent-Teach in General It’s officially the Easter school holidays! Whether you have the next two weeks thoroughly planned out or you’re looking to fill your schedule with egg-cellent activities, we’ve got you covered with our list of 8 events across Kent for the whole family to enjoy this Easter! Read More...