4 Self-Care Tips for School Staff Posted on 18 November 2019 by Nikita Ponnappah - Kent-Teach in Wellbeing Today kick starts National Self-Care week, an initiative which focuses on individuals taking responsibility and making choices to improve their own health and wellbeing. Read on for 4 self-care tips for all those working in schools! Read More...
Future of Learning: Virtual Reality for Education Posted on 15 November 2019 by Samuel Alfie, ProProfs Discuss in EdTech Virtual Reality is revolutionising education unlike anything else, by digitising traditional content, injecting realism and new levels of interactivity in learning. Read on for the benefits of using VR in the classroom. Read More...
3 Creative Autumn Classroom Activities Posted on 12 November 2019 by Becki - Kent-Teach in Resources There is plenty of creative inspiration outside at this time of year, from the leaves changing colour to a blanket of frost appearing on the grass in the mornings. Why not bring the magic inside the classroom with these 3 creative autumn activities ideas? Read More...
What to Expect When Interviewing For a Headship Posted on 7 November 2019 by Check-a-Salary in Career Securing a position as a headteacher is a big ambition for many passionate teachers, but what does it really take to land the top job at an inspiring school? To make sure you’re in the best possible position, take a look at these tips on what to expect from the interview process. Read More...
Teaching Children Dental Health Posted on 4 November 2019 by Ali Allen, Freelance Writer in Schools Currently, oral hygiene is included in the UK school curriculum for Year Four children. However, findings have suggested children have significant gaps in their oral health awareness. Read on for ways your school can help. Read More...
The Science Behind Fireworks Posted on 31 October 2019 by Nikita Ponnappah - Kent-Teach in Resources Bonfire night is fast approaching…children and grownups wait patiently to observe the bursts of magical colour explosions. Metal elements react with metal compounds creating magnificent reactions, leaving behind their trails of glistening sparkle glow. Did you know the deep orange shimmer is formed from calcium salts? Read More...
Bonfire Night 2019 – What’s On in Kent? Posted on 28 October 2019 by Becki - Kent-Teach in General Wrap up warm and bring the family along for these top spectacular fireworks displays taking place in Kent! Read More...
3 Halloween Classroom Activities Posted on 24 October 2019 by Becki - Kent-Teach in Resources The spookiest day of the year is nearly upon us! Halloween is a great opportunity to get hands-on in the classroom with some scarily seasonal activities. Combining fun, creativity and learning, here are 3 Halloween Classroom Activities to try next week! Read More...
October Half Term 2019 Halloween Giveaway – Congratulations to Our Winner! Posted on 22 October 2019 by Becki - Kent-Teach in General Last week, we ran a Facebook giveaway for one lucky person to win a family ticket to the Kent Life Halloween Spooktacular! Read on to find out who our winner is... Read More...
Half-Term Activities in Kent Posted on 21 October 2019 by Nikita Ponnappah in Wellbeing What’s on the agenda for half-term? We have something for everyone to enjoy this half-term…Get your wellies on and prepare yourself for a thrilling trail in one of our local country parks. Read More...