Suzanne O'Connell

  • The role of the teaching assistant
    The support of the teaching assistant has become central to pupil progress. Suzanne O’Connell considers the changing expectations and how schools are adapting and developing this role
    06/Jul/2015
  • Gang culture and dealing with gang-related violence
    Suzanne O’Connell outlines the main issues and solutions for schools dealing with involvement in gang violence
    22/Jan/2014
  • Tackling homophobic bullying in schools
    Homophobic bullying is a particularly vicious form of bullying that schools can struggle to deal with. Suzanne O’Connell considers what can be done to address and prevent this hurtful behaviour
    22/Oct/2013
  • Raising awareness of FGM in the curriculum
    Suzanne O’Connell considers the issues surrounding female genital mutilation (FGM) and the role of the curriculum in preventing it
    29/May/2014
  • Prevent toolkit
    A collation of articles and training resources on the Prevent duty, British values and preventing extremism and radicalisation
    16/Feb/2016
  • Primary homework model policy
    14/Aug/2014
  • Outdoor learning: using your space for enrichment activities
    Suzanne O’Connell talks to a headteacher whose school site features a Bronze Age settlement and a herd of water buffaloes – and provides tips for schools looking to make the most of their own outside space
    11/Sep/2014
  • RSE in a faith school: a case study
    Faith schools can provide appropriate relationships and sex education without compromising their core values. Suzanne O'Connell finds out what one academy offers and why
    23/Oct/2017
  • Independent state school partnerships: case study
    Independent state school partnerships (ISSP) promote cross-sector working to improve pupil outcomes. Suzanne O’Connell hears how Norwich School built links with others in the community
    04/Apr/2018
  • An ISI inspection: what to expect
    How does an Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) compare to Ofsted? Suzanne O’Connell spoke to an independent school recently inspected
    11/Jul/2016

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