Mental First Aiders- ‘People trained to notice signs and symptoms, to assist and respond – when it’s needed and before it’s too late. Because the earlier the intervention and treatment, the better and faster the outcome.’
Mr Morgs’ follow up blog on how children can approach the language used in the reasoning papers in the KS2 SATs.
Can you be more than a teacher to a pupil? Do you just teach your subject or can you be friendly too? ‘Maisey Laurels’ argues that you have a responsibility to these young humans. They won’t become our best friends but we can care for them.
One-to one devices in the classroom- help or hindrance? Gary Henderson argues, a hammer can be used in a positive way (building) or a negative one (assault). The same is true for one to one devices.
This is the final part of Jayne Carter’s blog on improving communication, language and literacy in the early years.
I’ve seen some Facebook posts recently where people have advised to ‘not smile until Christmas’ with you new class. Personally, I wouldn’t take this advice. Smile from day one- Simon Hunt.
This is the second part of Jayne Carter’s blog on improving communication, language and literacy in the early years.
The recent statistics revealed by the Department for Education that one school in Sunderland excluded over half of it’s pupils during the 2017/18 academic year was startling. Not only this, but over 40 schools in the UK also excluded over 20% of their cohort during the same period. David Winfield asks, ‘Where is the Love?’
The first week back is always a busy one, but it can be made easier by having a clear plan on what you want to achieve with your children. By setting high expectations, laying out clear routines and getting to know your children, you can set yourself up for a really successful year. Here are my top tips on how to start your first week of school!
‘Very few children, if any, actually want to misbehave. They want to know that we care, that we provide consistency, clarity and security. Some just need more convincing than others.’
Dan Storey who works in a SEMH school shares his 4 top tips for improving behaviour that can be used in any class.