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Timely fee payments at independent schools can be achieved through a clear fee policy and a watertight contract, but if this fails you may need to go to court. Maggie Moodie explains
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There is a growing understanding that speech, language and communication are critical to every young person’s ability to get the most out of education and life. Sarah Squires looks at what new research findings tell us about the effectiveness of current therapy interventions
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Chris Dukes and Maggie Smith look at ways to develop young children’s communication and language skills through everyday activities
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Angela Youngman talked with Justine O’Driscoll of the Bedford Just Learning Nursery about making computers accessible for children in the early years.
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Anni McTavish, early years and creative arts consultant, looks at how donning the cape can be a good way to capitalise on children's interests and fascinations
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Embedding a vision takes time, as well as consistent leadership and shared values. Anita Devi explores the leadership opportunities arising from the changes to SEND in schools
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Ofsted were impressed by the SMSC provision at St Bernadette’s Catholic Primary School. The headteacher explains what practical steps the school took to achieve this
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Card sorts are a popular device to add variety to a lesson and engage learners. Here are four different ways to use them, each with a twist to stretch and challenge more able pupils
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Creative thinking is a key life skill. Marie Charlton, education consultant and author, explores what creativity is in an early years context, and how to nurture it
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Make the most of learning opportunities linked with food using these ideas from Linda Thornton and Pat Brunton