Library manager Sarah Huck, from Dame Allan’s Schools in Newcastle, comments on research findings revealing a decline in children reading for pleasure and provides actionable strategies for schools to foster a love for reading.
Jo Sharrock, head of Putney High School, discusses the importance of studying emerging technologies, the opportunities and threats posed by explorations of space, and how her school is preparing students to become key players in these fields.
Scott Crawford, deputy head (education development) at Magdalen College School (MCS), shares his school’s approach to measuring the impact of partnerships, and considers how artificial intelligence could be used to enhance and streamline this work.
Chris Dearmer, deputy head (co-curricular, community & careers) at South Hampstead High School, introduces Debate Hub – the cornerstone of the school’s partnership programme – and reflects on the importance of oracy education in schools.
Lisa Irwin, head of community partnerships and outreach at Emanuel School, explains how a multi-pronged partnership with a local primary school is providing enriching opportunities for staff and pupils across several year groups.
Owen Spinks, maths lead at Newcastle School for Boys, shares the success of his school’s maths problem-solving competition, which brings together 80 children from local state and independent schools.
Graeme Lawrie MBE, director of partnerships at ACS, explains how digital badges, which are revolutionising the way achievements are recognised in education, will be introduced at ACS this September – with plans to expand to partner schools next year.
Martin Allen, bursar at Christ College, Brecon, discusses the challenges facing his school amid Labour’s plans to impose VAT on school fees, and explains how staff are preparing for the tax should the party come to power.
