Libby Norman

Extracurricular elements of school life – including CCF and DofE – offer adventure but also deliver skills and qualities that are invaluable for future life and career. We asked three schools how they develop young…

Alex Foreman, Principal of Duke of York's Royal Military School (DOYRMS), on the importance of a strong co-curricular culture in helping students to develop strengths

Claire Ives heads up The Leys in Cambridge, taking the reins during its 150th anniversary year

Simply Learning Tuition Managing Director Nathaniel McCullagh on deciding between a co-ed or single sex school for your child's senior years

Dr Cassie Coleman, Clinical Director and Consultant Community Paediatrician at Dr Cassie & Associates, gives insights into the assessment process when a child is not thriving at school

Early years specialist Sophie David is on a mission to demystify phonics with her latest book – and ensure children and parents have fun together

Wymondham College in Norfolk, the largest state boarding school in the country, has a new Principal from this academic year

Maj. David Forbes-Whitehead, CCF Commander at St Albans School, on the wide-ranging benefits for young people of Combined Cadet Force participation

Richard Stanley, Head of Edge Grove Prep School in Hertfordshire, on recognising the individuality and character of each child to foster confident learners

Andrew Russell, Headmaster of St David's College in North Wales, on the true value and purpose of a scholarship programme