Foster Care - Carole's Story Posted on 12 June 2015 by Kent-Teach in General I've been a foster carer for around 18 months and it is the most challenging and rewarding job I've ever done... Read More...
9 Reasons Why Nature is Good for Kids Posted on 9 June 2015 by Wing Kent-Teach in Wellbeing Read our new blog post on 9 reasons why nature is good for kids... Environmental education programmes at schools can lead to improved test results in maths, reading & writing...! Read More...
Pedagogical ramblings on the OFSTED call - PART 2 The Inspection Days! Posted on 8 June 2015 by Graham Chrisnell Kent-Teach in General Pedagogical ramblings on the OFSTED call – A chronology of thoughts and observations leading from the initial phone call from the OFSTED team leader (September 2014 OFSTED Framework). Read More...
World Oceans Day Posted on 8 June 2015 by Kerry Briffitt Kent-Teach in Wellbeing Everybody has a lightbulb moment or a ‘life-changing’ experience that forces them into action that they have no option but to proceed with. My moment was when I stumbled upon a huge green fishing net decorated with numerous juvenile small spotted cat sharks. I couldn’t ignore my overwhelming feelings of anger and grief, that day literally changed my life. Read More...
Pedagogical ramblings on the OFSTED call - PART 1 Posted on 8 June 2015 by Graham Chisnell Kent-Teach in General A chronology of thoughts and observations leading from the initial phone call from the OFSTED team leader (September 2014 OFSTED Framework). Read More...
World Environment Day Posted on 5 June 2015 by Kerry Briffitt in Wellbeing I look forward to celebrating this day but not with friends and family. I want to be surrounded by individuals that really care about their planet and that I see making a great effort to help protect her. The party guests I want to invite are children and I think that they will like nothing more than to be outside amongst nature. Read More...
Tips for Tackling Tea Time Terrors Posted on 4 June 2015 by Katerina Kent-Teach in Wellbeing Tea-Time leaves many parents with a slight knot in the pit of the stomach. It's when their attention is spread thinly across a multitude of tasks... it's hardly surprising that safety slips down the list of priorities... 10 top tips for tackling the tea-time terrors Read More...
Road Safety Tips Posted on 2 June 2015 by Rebecca Kent-Teach in General School-age pedestrians are more vulnerable to serious and fatal injuries in the afternoon and early evening than at any other time. Here are a few more common dangers to consider, along with our top tips for keeping children safe: Read More...
The Benefits of Music in the Classroom Posted on 29 May 2015 by Grant Reeves - NQT Induction Manager in General | Schools There has been much written over the years about the benefits of music in the classroom, therefore, why is it that when you go into most schools they are like mausoleums. The benefits of music can never be underestimated. Read More...
12 Tips to Beat Exam Stress Posted on 27 May 2015 by Rebecca Kent-Teach in Schools | Wellbeing 1) Have a routine, 2) Take regular breaks, 3) Drink water, 4) Do something you like, 5) Exercise regularly, 6) Eat & sleep well, 7) Meditate & breathe, 8) Be realistic, 9) Be positive, 10) Talk about it....... Read More...