…meeting to a close, highlighting the key themes of collaboration, community and commitment that were raised throughout the discussion. This session builds on the evidence heard by members of the…
Progress on GCSEs?
Sir Kevan Collins reflects on changes to the GCSE system. The dust has just begun to settle on this year’s GCSE results. Somewhat predictably the focus has been on the…
Best in Class Summit
…in the least advantaged fifth of schools said their pupils were well-behaved compared with 96% in the most advantaged fifth. They also reported spending less time teaching and more time…
TEACHERS IN ADVANTAGED SCHOOLS ARE MORE EXPERIENCED THAN THOSE IN DEPRIVED SCHOOLS
…compared with 96% in the most advantaged fifth. They also reported spending less time teaching and more time on classroom management. The new polling commissioned for today’s summit from the…
Mary Bousted: ‘Lesson observations can ruin teachers’ careers’
An article by ATL general secretary Mary Bousted in the TES included reference to the Sutton Trust’s What Makes Great Teaching report. Teaching is a complex professional practice, drawing upon…
There is no magic bullet
…into committed and enthusiastic seekers after knowledge; it is better to allow children to discover things for themselves than ever to cut through the fog of time-wasting ignorance and actually…