CEO’s Blog: SHINE backs calls for a review of decision on Pupil Premium funding
Pupil Premium changes means schools will miss out on funds as they look to recover from the pandemic. SHINE supports calls for a reversal of this decision.
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Covid has exacerbated schools funding crisis
Northern schools are facing a funding crisis and those in the poorest areas are being hit hardest, SHINE has warned.
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SHINE response to decision on GCSE and A-level exam grades
Fiona Spellman, CEO of SHINE, responds to the government decision on this year's GCSE and A Level grades.
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SHINE urges government to back University tutor training scheme to help children catch up on learning
SHINE has urged the government to back a University initiative that will see students and recent graduates trained to provide catch-up support in schools.
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CEO’s Blog: Marcus Rashford shows us the incredible power of storytelling
Schools in areas of disadvantage have always delivered much more than curriculum in the classroom. However, I worry at the consequences of schools being expected to do so much.
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Covid-19 response has demonstrated importance of communication and community
Schools can take away some important lessons from the coronavirus outbreak, says headteacher Janice Allen from Falinge Park High School in Rochdale.
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Our schools are at the heart of the community and the go-to in times of crisis
Many schools now offer support that extends far beyond the classroom and at this time of crisis, they have demonstrated their value like never before.
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Why being small and local can be a strength when trying to reach families during lockdown
Anna-Louise Van De Merwe, national director of the Foundation Years Trust, explains how her small charity has moved quickly to adapt to the lockdown.
Insight, NewsCharities aren’t reaching the areas that need them most
In a sector founded on vision and courage, it’s more important than ever we charities are willing and able to step up to the plate.
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It’s time our politicians delivered on their promises for the North
Following the landslide victory for Boris Johnson, it’s time our politicians delivered on their promises for the North, writes SHINE's Fiona Spellman.
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It’s time we tried something different
With a general election looming, the main political parties have been urged to work together to reduce the disadvantage gap in education results.
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