3 Tips to Start Making Healthy Eating Choices Posted on 25 February 2021 by David Breaker (Certified Life and Weight Loss Coach) in Wellbeing Do you ever feel making those healthy choices is too hard? Trust me I get it! Ten years ago, I was a very different man. I was 20 stone heavier and struggled to make wise choices. Fast forward to today, and I am so grateful I changed my life around and learnt how to adopt healthier eating choices. Here are my 3 tips to help get you started on your wellness journey and discover a happier you. Read More...
Leading in a Pandemic - A Headteacher's Perspective Posted on 22 February 2021 by Guest Blogger - Gillian Lovatt-Young, Head, Shoreham Village School in Schools Being a Headteacher has always had its own special challenges but since Covid-19 hit us, the role has taken on many new dimensions. This article explores how one Headteacher has led their school to adapt their educational offering throughout the coronavirus pandemic and how they have led their teachers to support students and parents throughout lockdown. Read More...
How to Resist Time Pressures During Half Term Posted on 16 February 2021 by Kent Mindfulness Coach in Wellbeing For teachers there is a huge pressure to make the most of the half term week; to maximise the time off, to do what needs to get done. It’s a huge contributor to stress and anxiety. The one that, when asked, people say they would most like to support with. So, here are 8 ways you can resist the time pressure this half term and bring some balance back to your life. Read More...
What Makes an Outstanding School? Posted on 15 February 2021 by Promethean World in EdTech What do you think makes an outstanding school? While student attainment remains a top priority, even throughout the pandemic, is it pupil wellbeing or academic results that really make an "outstanding" institution? What are your thoughts? Read More...
Prioritise Your Wellbeing: Say "Yes" to Yourself Posted on 8 February 2021 by Rebecca Daniel, The Teacher Wellbeing Project in Wellbeing When was the last time you put yourself first before others? Or when you prioritised your own wellbeing and self-care. If you are reading this and struggling to recollect a recent moment where you did something (no matter how big or small) to improve your wellbeing, then today is the day where you can begin to make that change in your life. Read More...
7 Virtual Adventures to Entertain Children During Lockdown Posted on 4 February 2021 by Natasha Godden in General Lockdown may bring on feelings of anxiety or concerns about how you will keep your children entertained, but it does present the opportunity to try out some new virtual adventures. Here are 7 ways you can keep your children entertained in lockdown and make half term memorable for all the right reasons. Read More...
Book Review - The Teacher Gap Posted on 1 February 2021 by Nikita Ponnappah - Wellbeing Advisor at Kent-Teach in Schools | Wellbeing I was fascinated to find out how real-life teachers actually felt about the profession and what the key triggers were for wanting to leave long-term. The recruitment process to replace a good quality teacher is expensive, time consuming and disruptive for the pupils therefore it’s really important to understand where school leaders may be going wrong. Read More...
Maximising ‘Forest School’ Outdoor Learning Posted on 28 January 2021 by James Higgins in General The ‘Forest School’ approach gives children the opportunity to drive their own learning forward by being encouraged to take more risks, thinking outside of the norm and being provided with the real life experiences. In this blog, one teacher shares how they maximise outdoor learning with a variety of hands on activities. Read More...
How Does Technology Help Raise Attainment? Posted on 25 January 2021 by Promethean World in EdTech Improving attendance and results is a top priority for schools, both in terms of better grades and closing the gap between those across the socio-economic spectrum. When it comes to making improvements in these areas, technology can help educators to make some quick and long-term wins. Here are 4 ways that technology raises attainment in schools. Read More...
An Inside Guide To How An Apprenticeship Works Posted on 21 January 2021 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...