Why Good Numeracy Counts

Why Good Numeracy Counts

According to research published by National Numeracy, approximately 17 million workers in the UK only have numeracy skills of a primary school child. That’s a staggering figure, constituting over 50% of the UK’s 2017 working population. Numeracy is the skill of being...
Special Needs Education: Is it Good Enough?

Special Needs Education: Is it Good Enough?

Special needs education has evolved greatly over the years. Today, schools everywhere are becoming more and more accepting and accommodating of people’s differences. Does this mean that those with disabilities and learning impairments now experience a smooth and easy...
Physical Education Must Not Be Marginalised

Physical Education Must Not Be Marginalised

Physical education, also commonly known as P.E, is a twice-weekly lesson that most school pupils are enrolled on. It involves learning gym techniques and participating in certain sports, developing children’s talents in a world that’s becoming increasingly lazy. It...
Which LEAs Are Tackling Bullying Best?

Which LEAs Are Tackling Bullying Best?

Bullying is an unfortunate and harmful part of school life for many children across England, however, our latest research has revealed that it is a far greater problem in some regions than others. Best and worst performers Across the country, the number of exclusions...
The Myths of Distance Learning

The Myths of Distance Learning

Distance learning is one of the most exciting developments in our age. My first real encounter with distance learning took place in 2013. I embarked on a four-year academic course which altered my future beyond what I could have imagined. Since completing my course I...
Holograms, Robotics And Online Learning

Holograms, Robotics And Online Learning

When you think of holograms, what immediately springs to mind? Sci-fi programmes such as Star Trek? What about a teacher? Maybe not. Think again, because this technology could be the future life of online study, Jim, and it’s not quite as you know it… In The Not Too...