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What is putting young people off teaching?
What is putting young people off teaching? I loved my job. I was a teacher and Headteacher for over 30 years. I am still in touch with dozens of…
How are we to even define `British Values’ never mind teach them?
How are we to even define ‘British Values’ never mind teach them? Headteachers in the UK are being required to teach British values in their schools. Teachers and Heads of…
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"Why should I? You can’t make me!" Well, can you?
“Why should I? You can’t make me!” Well, can you? Just about every teacher in the modern era has been confronted with the challenge, “Why should I? Once upon a…
2nd Chance Learning – OFSTED – PRU – BESD
For those who might come across this blog by chance, Second Chance Learning (2CL) is an independent service – and a passion. Second Chance Learning is dedicated to supporting schools…
Preparing for Ofsted
This article, written by Gary Lefley, from 2nd Chance Learning has some interesting content concerning preparations for an Ofsted Inspection Do you need help preparing for Ofsted, as quoted from…
OFSTED: SCHOOLS FAIL TO STRETCH BRIGHTEST STUDENTS.
By Gary Lefley: Ofsted has published a report that castigates state secondary schools for failing to stretch their ‘brightest’ students. My first reaction is that if Ofsted wishes to see…