Opinion

Samantha Twomey, Head of the Preparatory Division at Oxford's New Hall School on why male teachers are so important as role models in early years and primary settings

Carl Howes, Head of Ravenscourt Park Prep, on how school initiatives help build wellbeing, agency and a spirit of community

York House School Headmaster Jon Gray discusses the particular benefits artificial intelligence (AI) will have for challenging and developing gifted and talented pupils

Tom Quilter, Headmaster of Bickley Park School, on how a modern-day prep school can best prepare our children for a rapidly changing world

RMS for Girls Headteacher Kevin Carson on why newspaper league tables are not the wisest measure of school performance

Kew Green Prep's Head of Data, 11+ and DSL Amy Kinross on the importance of keeping curriculum breadth during 11+ preparation to support wellbeing, creativity and joy

St Swithun's School Head of English Naomi Anson on the powerful wellbeing and creative benefits of enabling young people to tell their stories

Falcons School, Putney Head Sara Williams-Ryan on why inspiring curiosity and critical thinking are the best ways to develop truly ambitious learners

Southbank International School Executive Principal Siobhan McGrath on delivering an education fit for future life in an evolving world

Katharine Woodcock, Headmistress of Francis Holland School Regent's Park, on beyond-the-class education to build skills for life