10 Bits of Teaching Tips and Advice Posted on 24 June 2015 by Katerina - Kent-Teach in Career | General Whether you are a Newly Qualified Teacher or a seasoned pro, it's always good to take some time to listen to advice from others on how to improve your craft. So enjoy reading our top 10 tips on how to become an effective, caring teacher: Read More...
30 Reasons to Cycle Posted on 17 June 2015 by Rebecca - Kent-Teach in Wellbeing Bike Week (13th -21st June) is an annual opportunity to promote cycling, and show how cycling can easily be part of everyday life by encouraging ‘everyday cycling for everyone’. Read More...
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...
What to Expect from an Ofsted Inspection: A Headteacher's Guide Posted on 8 June 2015 by Graham Chrisnell 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 Oceans Day Posted on 8 June 2015 by Kerry Briffitt, Eco-Schools Co-ordinator at Hempstead Junior School in General 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...
What to Expect from an Ofsted Inspection Posted on 8 June 2015 by Graham Chisnell Kent-Teach in General What would you do if you received a phone call advising Ofsted Inspectors would arrive at your school the next day? Here is how one Headteacher managed the process. Read More...
World Environment Day Posted on 5 June 2015 by Kerry Briffitt, Eco Schools Co-ordinator at Hempstead Junior School 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...
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 Listening to Music in the Classroom Posted on 29 May 2015 by Grant Reeves - NQT Induction Manager in General 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 listening to music can never be underestimated. Read More...