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Our method of examining is 19th century at best – and impervious to any attempt to adapt it to digital technology, says Bernard Trafford

If the government funded places for bright, poor pupils at private schools, it might help combat claims of discrimination at university level, says Bernard Trafford

If you’re a headteacher walking around school, the important thing is to show your appreciation, says Bernard Trafford

The inspectorate has been at pains to point out that there’s no ‘Ofsted model’. Yet they’re dictating what key stage 3 should look like, says Bernard Trafford

Fix the accountability system, trust teachers to do their jobs, and fund schools properly. Dominic, are these suggestions weird enough for you, asks Bernard Trafford

Making the elite unis offer places at random to suitably qualified candidates would help no one, says Bernard Trafford