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Growing evidence – a major new study into education
StickyPre-Prep,Prep,Insight,Insight
5th February 2024
A major long-term study will provide important data on both UK education and growing up during and after the pandemic
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Two children’s books to inspire creativity
StickyLifestyle,Lifestyle,Lifestyle
19th January 2024
With the long winter evenings in full flow, two books offer insights and inspiration to help young people find their creative spark
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Hurst College on fostering a spirit of belonging
18th January 2024
Hurst College Chaplain and Director of Staff Wellbeing Janneke Blokland discusses the importance of fostering a sense of belonging across the whole school community
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Healthy competition – why school sports are so important
8th January 2024
We all know that sport is good for us physically, but it can also develop a whole range of mental skills – including a positive outlook on life Four leading independents explain why sport is a winner on and off the field
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Lego Brick Club – a game changer for neurodiverse children
StickyInternational,Prep,Insight,SEN,SEN,Senior,Insight,Insight,SEN
11th December 2023
Lego brick building clubs can be a game changer for neurodiverse children – helping them develop social skills, make friends and have a whole lot of fun
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Online and legal: why children need digital education
StickySchool Leavers,Insight,Insight,Senior,Insight,Prep
8th November 2023
We teach children how to stay safe online, but what about staying legal? Absolutely Education speaks to social media law and ethics expert Dr Holly Powell-Jones
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Debating strengths – why schools encourage reasoned argument
25th September 2023
Debating teaches skills of listening, thinking on your feet and hearing the other side. We speak to three schools where great debates are celebrated and nurtured
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School refusal – understanding EBSA
7th September 2023
The number of children who are too anxious to attend school some or all of the time is on the rise. Absolutely Education finds out more about EBSA
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Out to play
StickyPre-Prep,Insight,Prep,Insight,Insight,Insight
4th September 2023
The right to play outside, on the street where you live, is a campaign with momentum – and it's not only good for children, but for parents and neighbourhoods
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Are exams fit for purpose?
30th August 2023
Debate about public exams inevitably follows publication of A level and GCSE results. But the past year has raised even more questions about how we test young people. Absolutely Education gets perspectives from experts on the education front line
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Why the arts develop skills for life
9th August 2023
The arts develop creativity, social skills, powers of persistence and sometimes luminous talent. Absolutely Education speaks to five schools that make arts teaching mind broadening and relevant
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School partnerships – adding value on all sides
24th July 2023
School partnerships bring rewards on all sides, with activities ranging from volunteering to student-led teaching of younger pupils in the local community. Absolutely Education speaks to four schools to find out more
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Foreign languages – the state of play
StickySenior,Insight,Insight,Prep
1st February 2023
Foreign languages are in decline as a subject choice, but not all schools are following that curve. Absolutely Education spoke to three independents that go out of their way to inspire and develop young linguists
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Understanding speech and language delay
15th August 2022
Parents often wonder if their child's development is on track, but one of the most problematic areas is speech and language development. We find out more about the signs to look out for and sources of support and guidance
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Capital gains – the benefits of going to school in London
StickyInsight,Insight,Insight,Insight
15th June 2022
London is a hub for culture, civic life and business, so going to school here brings added value. We explore some of the benefits of a capital education
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Tune in, turn on – the amazing power of subtitles to boost literacy
StickyPre-Prep,Advice,Advice,Prep
28th March 2022
Turn on the Subtitles (TOTS) is campaigning for what could be a gamechanger for children's literacy. And all it takes is one small adjustment – read on
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A parents’ guide to online schools
StickySenior,Prep,Advice,Advice
31st August 2021
Online schools are not new, but Covid has encouraged many families to take another look. Here's our guide to key players
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Young gamblers – what parents and educators need to know
StickySenior,Prep,Insight,Insight
28th April 2021
Children are increasingly exposed to the world of betting, via advertising and gaming, so are young minds more susceptible to gambling addiction and what else should parents and educators know?
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Left behind | Are left-handed pupils being let down?
StickyPre-Prep,SEN,Insight,Insight,Prep,SEN
13th February 2019
Do left-handed children get the support they need to thrive in a right-handed world? Or are they being let down?
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Falcons School on building critical thinking skills
28th March 2024
Falcons School, Putney Head Sara Williams-Ryan on why inspiring curiosity and critical thinking are the best ways to develop truly ambitious learners
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Elevator pitch: Why study Business?
School Leavers,Insight,Insight,Insight,Insight
27th March 2024
From start-ups to global corporations, the world badly needs smart thinkers and doers to create, innovate and generate prosperity. Two experts in the field give their elevator pitch for why Business is a subject worth studying, and where it can take you
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Drawing on hope: a graphic novel on conservation
22nd March 2024
Emma Reynolds' graphic novel Drawn To Change The World tells the true stories of 16 youth activists from around the globe and their mission to create a better planet
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Cranleigh Prep School on making AI work in class
21st March 2024
Cranleigh Prep School Headmaster Neil Brooks considers future uses of artificial intelligence (AI) in the classroom
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Southbank International School on learning for growth
20th March 2024
Southbank International School Executive Principal Siobhan McGrath on delivering an education fit for future life in an evolving world
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Marymount International on the advantages of the IB
School Leavers,Opinion,Opinion,Senior,Opinion
18th March 2024
Marymount International Director of Communications Kirsten Crossland on why the International Baccalaureate (IB) is so successful in helping students build future skills and find their best path
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Rosemead Prep and Nursery celebrates ISI inspection
15th March 2024
Rosemead, which recently announced a merger with St Dunstan's College, is celebrating its recent ISI inspection
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Hurst College is riding high
Prep,Senior,Insight,Insight,Insight
15th March 2024
Hurst College has a superb location in Sussex horse country, and it is expanding its riding and training opportunities for pupils – from grassroots up
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Ask the experts: Wolfthorn Knight Tuition on 11+ support for an anxious student
6th March 2024
Wolfthorn Knight Tuition Lead Practitioner for Mathematics Sunny Garcha on building the confidence of an anxious child and helping prepare them for the 11+
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Ask the experts: Nutritional therapist Alison Peacham on managing a fussy eater
29th February 2024
Alison Peacham, nutritional therapist and health coach, on managing a young child's fussy eating without tears
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