Helen Clarke: why parental engagement is key to closing the maths attainment gap
"We need to rethink how to support mathematical development in ways that feel natural and joyful for young children."
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Richard Cowie: Let’s beat the summer reading slump together
"We have a choice. We can let the summer holidays widen the attainment gap, or we can act now to beat the summer reading slump – especially for the pupils who need our help the most."
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Sean Harris: Misconceptions and curiosity
"If we want every child to be understood, supported, and set up to thrive, then we must keep listening, keep learning, and keep asking: what else don’t we know yet?"
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The critical importance of play – Evie Keough
" Play is not a luxury. It’s not just a nice add-on; it is a fundamental right and a vital foundation for lifelong learning, wellbeing, health, and happiness."
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Relationships and communication are key to improving school attendance – Marie Beale
Relationships and communication are key to improving school attendance, says SHINE teacher Marie Beale.
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Investing in high-quality early years education key to brighter future, says early years expert Dr Lesley Curtis OBE
Dr Lesley Curtis OBE, Headteacher of Everton Nursery School and Family Centre, discusses the importance of investing in high-quality education for children under five.
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