Give pupils a voice by providing Year 11 and Year 13 leavers with an exit survey to capture their experience of school. Josephine Smith provides example templates
Many children will grow up with a parent or carer with some degree of mental illness. Dr Rina Bajaj looks at ways to support these parents and key tips for difficult conversations surrounding mental health
Linda Evans suggests ways to help children become aware of the vast array of employment opportunities available, and the skills and attributes needed for different careers
What does the research tell us about effective strategies for narrowing the gaps? Where might you focus your pupil premium spend? Findings from useful reports
Parents play a vital role in supporting what you do to improve the mental health and wellbeing of students. Use our template letter to explain your initiatives and keep parents informed
When so many behaviour issues stem from online activity in the home, Alan Mackenzie explains what schools can do to engage and educate parents about e-safety
The DfE is increasing its focus on 'Character’ and ‘British values’. Suzanne O’Connell talks to the head of Ampney Crucis Primary School, where values have been nurtured over time, not overnight
