What is Active Learning?

Education Teachers and Parents

Active learning is a teaching method that encourages students to engage in their education fully. Learn more about what active learning is and how to use it.

Nov 25, 2024
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Scaffolding in Education: A Guide for Teachers

Education Teachers and Parents

Scaffolding is a highly valuable tool in education for supporting students. Understand how to effectively use this strategy in your classroom here.

Nov 18, 2024
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Mobile Phones in Schools Debate: Advantages and Disadvantages

Education Safeguarding Children Teachers and Parents

The mobile phones in schools debate is an ongoing conversation that needs to involve everyone affected, learn more about mobile phones in schools here.

Nov 8, 2024
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Whistleblowing in Schools: Policy and Procedure

Education Safeguarding Children

Whistleblowing is important for schools to identify any wrongdoing within their organisation. Learn more about whistleblowing policy and procedure in our article.

Oct 30, 2024
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8 Teaching Methods to Use in the Classroom

Education Teachers and Parents

Utilising a variety of approaches when teaching can be of great benefit to both you and your pupils. Explore a range of potential teaching methods here.

Oct 23, 2024
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Guidance on the Levels of Need in Safeguarding

Education Safeguarding Children Teachers and Parents

The levels of need are an important part of your safeguarding responsibilities. Understand the levels of need and what’s included in a threshold document here.

Oct 16, 2024
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Promoting Independence in Health and Social Care

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Promoting independence in health and social care empowers residents and patients to feel more in control of their lives. Learn more here.

Oct 14, 2024
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Effective Classroom Management: Tips for Teachers

Education Teachers and Parents

Classroom management is the core of building and maintaining an effective learning environment. Find a number of classroom management strategies here.

Oct 11, 2024
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Understanding Self-Harm in Childhood

Mental Health and Wellbeing Safeguarding Children Teachers and Parents

It it important to increase your understanding of self-harm in children if you are involved in safeguarding so that you can support anyone who may be suffering.

Oct 7, 2024
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School Trip Risk Assessment: Free Template

Safeguarding Children Teachers and Parents

Download our free school trip risk assessment blank template to complete online or print and fill before your school’s next field trip.

Oct 2, 2024
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Gender Dysphoria in Children: Guidance for Parents and Teachers

Education Equality and Diversity Safeguarding Children Teachers and Parents

Gender dysphoria is a traumatic condition related to the way a person perceives their gender identity. Find guidance on how to support children here.

Sep 27, 2024
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What’s the Importance of Reflective Practice in Teaching?

Education Teachers and Parents

Reflective practice is a crucial part of being an effective teacher. Find advice on how to incorporate this technique into your role here.

Sep 20, 2024
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How to Help a Child with Depression

Education Mental Health and Wellbeing Safeguarding Children Teachers and Parents

Childhood depression is a complex mental health disorder that manifests differently for each individual. Understand ways to support children here.

Sep 18, 2024
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What is Advocacy in Health and Social Care?

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Advocates play an important role in maintaining a patient’s dignity and rights in all aspects of health and social care. Learn more here.

Sep 16, 2024
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How to Manage Anaphylaxis in Children

Allergens and Food Labelling Education Teachers and Parents

Anaphylaxis is the name given to a serious, life-threatening allergic reaction. Find guidance on the causes, signs and how to respond here.

Sep 9, 2024
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Social Skills in Children

Education Safeguarding Children Teachers and Parents

Social skills ensure that children can successfully navigate daily life and equips them with the skills to stay safe. Find out how to teach a child social skills.

Sep 3, 2024
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How to Deal With Bullying at School

Education Mental Health and Wellbeing Safeguarding Children Teachers and Parents

Bullying in school is a complex issue, and sadly impacts many children. Find guidance on how to spot the signs of bullying and tips for dealing with it here.

Aug 30, 2024
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School Refusal and Anxiety: Advice for Teachers and Parents

Education Mental Health and Wellbeing Safeguarding Children Teachers and Parents

School refusal is when a child refuses to attend school and it is caused by intense anxiety. Find out what could be causing it and how you can help here.

Aug 23, 2024
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What is the Importance of School Attendance?

Education Safeguarding Children Teachers and Parents

The importance of school attendance should not be underestimated. Understand the effects of poor school attendance and how to improve it here.

Aug 19, 2024
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How to Help a Child With Separation Anxiety at School

Education Mental Health and Wellbeing Safeguarding Children Teachers and Parents

School separation anxiety can be experienced by a child of any age and can impact their academic life. Learn how to spot the signs and how you can help here.

Aug 19, 2024
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