Thinking
The latest thinking from our team of experts and our community of frontline educators.
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Four ways to strengthen writing in Reception
Reception is a key moment in a child’s journey as a writer. It’s when children start to realise that the marks they make share meaning and tell a story.
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Trainee teacher talks: “It’s the little victories that make all the hard work worthwhile”
When Will Coles taught a child to tie their shoelaces, it sparked his drive for supporting pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
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Four ways early years settings can be more inclusive
How can early years settings create a truly inclusive environment for every child? Expert practitioners Dixie-Louise Dexter and Nicola Middleton explain four approaches their early years team takes to provide tailored support from the very start.
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"Quality-first teaching in every classroom": Empowering teachers and pupils through adaptive teaching
Read Natasha's story of how implementing adaptive teaching at Milton Keynes Academy helped teachers respond to pupil needs and embed inclusive approaches into every classroom.
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How can teachers best use writing assessment information?
How is writing assessed in primary schools? This article explains the main national assessments in primary schools, from the Early Years Foundation Stage profile to teacher assessments at the end of Key Stage 2, and explains how you can use assessment information thoughtfully. The aim isn’t to teach to the test, but to use what you learn to help every pupil move forward as a confident writer.
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How secondary school teachers can support pupils’ writing
The jump from primary to secondary school is a milestone for every pupil. This article explores how you can support pupils as they transition to secondary school and offers practical strategies for identifying and helping those who struggle with writing.
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Ten things teachers can do to help children succeed in writing
Ten things you can do, based on what the Department for Education's writing framework says, to help give every child the best chance to succeed in writing. Sarah Scott shares some practical tips for teachers who want to develop writing skills in the classroom.
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Six ways school leaders can help improve writing
Strong leadership is the foundation of a thriving writing culture. Writing is one of the most demanding skills pupils learn. It requires time, practice and expert teaching. This article supports headteachers with practical ideas, reflection prompts and simple steps to help you boost writing across your school.