Bringing science and engineering to life

Bringing science and engineering to life

How do schools deliver science and engineering subjects in a way that moves them beyond dry theory and into real life? Absolutely Education investigates how clever educators build both broader understanding and…

RMS for Girls on measuring value

RMS for Girls on measuring value

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

Queen Anne's School on the power of music

Queen Anne’s School on the power of music

Queen Anne's School Director of Music John Padley on why Music A level is a sound choice for building transferable skills and diverse career pathways

Concord College on academic diversity

Concord College on academic diversity

Michael Truss, Principal of Concord College, argues that the brightest young minds are best served by living and studying in a community of diverse interests

Worth School on community strength in Sixth Form

Worth School on community strength in Sixth Form

Worth School Assistant Head (Sixth Form) Matthew Doggett discusses why community is such an important element of 16+ learning

New Head for Mayfield School

New Head for Mayfield School

Deborah Bligh took on the role of Headmistress of Mayfield School at the start of April

Nature boost – why schools take learning outside

Nature boost – why schools take learning outside

We all need nature, and for children it's now recognised as critical – not only boosting mental and physical health but also supporting different learning styles and capacity to learn and build confidence. We speak to…

Tonbridge School gets parent vote

Tonbridge School gets parent vote

Tonbridge School has once again received a seal of approval in the Sunday Times annual guide

Kew House School on education transformed

Kew House School on education transformed

Louisa Hopkinson, Deputy Head (Academic) at Kew House School reflects on the profound shift of perspective that comes with moving from state to independent sector