Activities to make the most of your half term! Posted on 28 May 2016 by Sarah - Kent-Teach in General It is half term week from 30th May until 3rd of June – well done all, you made it! Do you need some inspiration on things to do during half term? Kent has various exciting things to do throughout the week and we’ve picked a few for the whole family to enjoy. Read More...
Great Governance - Growing the Informed Critical Friend Posted on 24 May 2016 by Graham Chisnell - Headteacher in General On arriving back at school after visiting a colleague's school with my SENCo and Pastoral Support to look at their wonderful provision for autistic pupils, my telephone nudged me with a message from my deputy... The message brought with it the usual rational response of blind panic, inner turmoil, mild palpitations and an intense desire for chocolate... the Ofsted inspector was visiting to undertake an Ofsted survey visit on governance. Read More...
National Share a Story Month Posted on 22 May 2016 by Rebecca - Kent-Teach in General | Resources Storytelling is a fun, highly interactive and creative activity which helps to support children’s learning, raise their attainment and bring literacy to life. National Share a Story month during May is an annual celebration that aims to bring children and stories together. The theme this year is ‘A Place for Stories’ which encourages children to read a story in a range of unusual places, providing they are safe and comfortable areas. Here are some resources... Read More...
Online Mental Health Resources for Families Posted on 20 May 2016 by Dr Pooky Knightsmith - Mental Health Specialist in Resources | Wellbeing **This is a press release from MindEd who have launched an online training portal for families to help promote understanding of and positive response to mental health and wellbeing issues in children and young people. I am sharing this because I think it will be of interest to many in my network. I was a MindEd author on the original project and a keen supporter of this incredible mine of information and support** Read More...
Foster Care Fortnight (16th - 29th May) Posted on 17 May 2016 by Kent Fostering Team in General For children to have the best start in life, their upbringing is important. Having a place they consider home, a place that is safe and where they feel loved allows them to flourish and develop into adulthood where they can go on to achieve their aspirations and cope with the daily pressures of life. Michelle and Teresa talk about their experience as foster carers, below. Read More...
Mental Health Awareness Week – Resources Posted on 16 May 2016 by Rebecca - Kent-Teach in Resources | Wellbeing “Depression isn’t always obvious... Everybody is fighting their own battles”. Mental Health Awareness week (16th-22nd May) this year focusses on relationships and aims to increase recognition on the importance of strong and healthy relationships with family, friends and/or partners. Can you spend more time being present with and listening to friends, family, partners and colleagues? Read More...
8 Easy Skin Tips that Make a Real Difference Every Day Posted on 14 May 2016 by Nimisha Mistry - LIfestyle Blogger in Wellbeing When you’re leading a busy lifestyle, it can be difficult to stop and think about your own wellbeing, how you feel and sometimes even your appearance. Taking care of your skin doesn’t have to be a challenge or extra work; it can be incorporated into your daily routine or simply added to your normal habits. Here are 8 small and easy skin tips that can make a big difference! Read More...
My Experience as a Vegetarian Posted on 12 May 2016 by Wing Shek - Kent-Teach in Wellbeing National Vegetarian Week is 16 - 24 May! Whether it's for health reasons, to save money or because you care about animal welfare, try being a veggie for a week! Read More...
Festival of Learning 2017 Posted on 4 May 2016 by Kent-Teach in General | Wellbeing Did you know one of the six ways to contribute to your wellbeing is to continue learning new skills and knowledge? Festival of Learning, previously Adult Learning Week, starts 1 May to 30 June and dedicates two months to raise awareness of new learning opportunities and encourages adults to explore wonderful FREE sessions. Read More...
A Marathon of a Challenge! Posted on 26 April 2016 by Alison Rivers - Senior Assistant Headteacher in General | Wellbeing Having been in charge of fundraising at Invicta Grammar School over a number of years and encouraging my colleagues to do something silly for charity, I decided this year it was my turn. Running has always been an interest for me and a great stress reliever after a busy week at school so I somewhat naively signed myself up to take on the London Marathon 2016... Read More...