Insight

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

Holly Hopkinson author Charlie Brooks has made school author visits irresistible by bringing a central character – Beanstalk – to meet her adoring young fans

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

Reed's School describes its unique position as a 'foundation with a school' and its important work with alumnus Tim Henman and his charitable foundation

Kate Bailey, Headmistress at Godstowe Prep School in Buckinghamshire, on her background and educational approach

A Year 6 curriculum focused on skills for future success, and with no formal SAT testing, fosters curiosity for the journey ahead, says Joseph Birchall, Head of King’s Magna Middle School at Queen Ethelburga’s…

The Head of Malvern College Keith Metcalfe describes its outdoor pursuits programme for senior and prep schools, making full use of a spectacular setting in the Malvern Hills

Teaching entrepreneurship has huge value, whether or not a young person decides to carve a career in business. We find out how schools develop that can-do attitude – alongside social responsibility – both in and out of…

Southbank International School places emphasis on teaching entrepreneurship with global responsibility to young students

Money talks, but often we adults don't talk enough about it to children. Max Your Money sets out to do just that and help children unlock their entrepreneurial flair – and the timing is spot on