Safe Use of Tablets and Mobiles by Kids
Is you child using your online devices safely? Children are no longer using desktops in communal areas of the house. They are using mobiles and tablets that allow millions of apps to be downloaded. Recently, research has shown that 5-15-year olds are spending more time using these devices than watching television. So, how can we […]
Mastery in Mathematics
Many schools in England are now adopting a Mastery approach to teaching various areas of the curriculum, including mathematics. However, interpretations of what this means vary. The National Centre of Excellence in Teaching Mathematics [NCETM] has a whole area devoted to exploring and explaining what this approach might involve: please see https://www.ncetm.org.uk/resources/47230 Below we have […]
Maths Mastery Ideas to Include in your Class
Maths Mastery is taking UK schools by storm. Below we give a few ideas about integrating a maths mastery approach into your lessons! Repetition of key vocabulary This is a frequently used method in Southeast Asia lessons so why not give it a go…a teacher stands in the middle of the classroom and when explaining […]
Get Prepared for this Year’s Class!
You have prepared hundreds of lesson plans, schemes of work and reports. You’ve miraculously survived and it’s time to get ready once again. Holidays can be a relaxing break for all the hard work but this year’s classroom needs your hard work too, so it’s time to get organised! Reflecting Several weeks have flown by […]
Handy Back to School Tips for Parents
We’ve put together a brief list of Back to School Tips for Parents that will help you be THE organised parent when your child goes back to school. So we’ve got some useful tips on making the best pack lunches, dealing with school letters, uniform decisions and passing on a positive attitude. Lunches Be prepared […]
