Thinking about Fostering? Posted on 12 October 2018 by KCC Fostering Team in General On Friday 12th October we say a big thank to all of our foster carers as we celebrate International Foster Carer Appreciation Day. Our carers do an incredible job looking after the children and young people in their care, and this day is the perfect opportunity to let them know how much they are appreciated. Have you ever thought about becoming a foster parent? Read More...
Exploring Kent on the Railway Posted on 5 October 2018 by Richard Short - SPS Administrator in General On Saturday 6th October 2018, for just one day, Southeastern Railway are offering a “Super Saturday” ticket. For £20 per adult, you can have a day of unlimited travel across Kent on the Southeastern network and add up to 4 children on the ticket for £1 each! To celebrate this fantastic opportunity to explore the whole of Kent on the train, here are 7 destinations that you could take time to visit: Read More...
How Does Your Mental Health Influence Your Work Performance? Posted on 1 October 2018 by Mary-Louise Ortiz in Wellbeing It is likely that you’ve discussed the topic of mental health online or with trusted family and friends, but how can mental health influence your performance at work? This infographic explores the signs of poor mental health and the influences that are prevalent in the workplace. Read More...
Screen-Free Learning at School and Home Posted on 28 September 2018 by Kirsten at Kettler GB in EdTech As our world becomes increasingly digital, it can be difficult for teachers and parents to encourage students to disconnect and turn off their electronic devices. Research shows that encouraging students to spend time away from technology improves their relationships with classmates and.... Read More...
Forestry Friday - Wildlife Hotspots in Kent Posted on 24 September 2018 by Elliot Masters - Kent-Teach in General Did you know that on the last Friday of September people from all over the world get together to celebrate responsible forestry? Find out about some of our beautiful Kent forests! Read More...
8 Tasty and Traditional Kentish Foods Posted on 21 September 2018 by Becky - Kent-Teach in General The United Kingdom is home to some amazing cuisines which are celebrated during British Food Fortnight each year. Many well-loved British foods and drinks have origins in Kent, so we have compiled a list of the 8 best tasty and traditional Kentish Foods for you to savour. Read More...
Let's Be Bold About the "Non-Academic" Benefits of the Arts Posted on 17 September 2018 by Neve Spicer - WeTheParents.org in Resources Learning arts cultivates cognitive abilities, nurtures positive character traits, and fosters critical thinking. It expands awareness, increases empathy, and develops an array of social skills. And that's just the start! Read More...
Token Economies to Reward Positive Behaviour Posted on 14 September 2018 by Sam H Arnold, Deputy Head and Trainer working with Alternative Curriculum in KS3 & 4 in Resources Cognitive behaviour therapy states that you should ignore all bad behaviour and reward the good, but following this advice is not always advisable when teaching. To reward good behaviour, try using a token economy in your classroom, here's how... Read More...
5 Top Tips to Help you Settle in to Kent Posted on 7 September 2018 by Katerina - Kent-Teach in General You’ve secured a brand new teaching opportunity in Kent and you’ve found a place to live, but when you are living in a new area sometimes it hard to settle in. Here are our 5 top tips to help you get the most out of Kent. Read More...
8 Techniques to Encourage Positive Behaviour in the Classroom Posted on 4 September 2018 by Sam H Arnold, Deputy Head and Trainer working with Alternative Curriculum in KS3 & 4 in Resources A trainer working with alternative curriculum children in Key Stages 3 and 4, shares their tips on how to encourage positive behaviour in the classroom. Read More...