Teaching Confidence in the Classroom: Can Schools Really Teach Confidence and Self-Esteem?

Confidence is one of the most sought-after qualities in education. Parents want their children to be confident. Teachers want confident learners who are willing to participate, ask questions, and [...]

The government has recently announced plans to improve maternity pay for teachers and school staff from the 2027–2028 academic year through changes to the Burgundy Book, which sets out national [...]

If you are considering a career as a teaching assistant, you may have come across vacancies advertised by education recruitment agencies. Many schools use agencies to recruit teaching assistants [...]

If you work in education or are exploring support for a child with additional needs, you have probably come across the terms SEN and SEND. While they are often used interchangeably, parents, [...]

The UK government recently announced new adult education reform proposals aimed at making adult education and lifelong learning more flexible and accessible, particularly for people who have [...]

Writing a personal statement for teacher training can feel overwhelming, especially when you are trying to stand out in a competitive application process. Many applicants worry about what to [...]

Schools across the UK are facing an ongoing recruitment and retention crisis, yet one possible solution is still surprisingly underused: flexible working for teachers. While conversations around [...]

Choosing the right early years setting can feel overwhelming, particularly when nurseries describe themselves using different learning philosophies and approaches. From Montessori and Reggio [...]

In February 2025, Ofsted launched one of its most significant consultation exercises in years regarding its New Framework proposal. At its heart was a bold proposal: scrap the single-word [...]

As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly embedded in everyday life and work, the conversation around its role in education is shifting. While much attention has focused on how AI can [...]