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Is the traditional structure of homework still working?
No matter how enthusiastic a student is, or how supportive their parents are, homework can be a constant battle. At…
3rd December 2021
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The return to school and mental health
As schools reopened in September and we cautiously welcomed back children and staff, I’m sure that, as a head, I…
3rd November 2021
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Health & well-being
Solihull School expands wellbeing provision to youngest pupils
Solihull School has extended its wellbeing and personal development programme to include pupils as young as three. Whilst junior pupils…
28th June 2021
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The benefits of boarding for students’ mental health
Covid-19 has had a profound impact on mental health. But while an increased number of adults have reported that pandemic-related…
6th May 2021
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Health & well-being
KEHS sixth formers’ lockdown research published in health journal
Taking an early interest in the impact of lockdown has paid off for two sixth formers from King Edward VI…
17th March 2021
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Health & well-being
Teacher survey: passion for job plummets during pandemic
More than a third (35%) of teachers feel less passionate about their career than they did before the pandemic, a…
16th March 2021
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Health & well-being
Sharp drop in Generation Z girls’ wellbeing during teenhood, says report
Girls’ emotional wellbeing drops markedly more than male peers’ during their teenage years, according to a report published today (27…
27th January 2021
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Events
Independent school launches free arts event for all UK schoolchildren
An independent school in Birmingham has launched a free arts event for schoolchildren across the UK to celebrate the positive…
12th November 2020
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Health & well-being
Schools introduced ‘enhanced measures’ to support mental health during lockdown, says HMC
The Headmasters’ and Headmistresses’ Conference (HMC) has said schools prioritised introducing new or enhanced mental health support during lockdown. “With…
8th July 2020
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New service offers key workers support during pandemic
Teaching staff in need of mental health support or advice during the coronavirus pandemic are being encouraged to contact Our…
16th June 2020
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