Suzanne O'Connell has more than 25 years' teaching experience, 11 years of which were as a junior school headteacher. She has a particular interest in special needs, child protection and extended services and is currently a writer, editor and trainer.
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
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
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
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
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
