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Jacob Rees-Mogg has issued a draconian style guide, which he expects staff members to follow. Bernard Trafford sees why schools might be tempted to do the same

They’re expensive and have no measurable effect on outcomes. So why persist with school uniforms, asks Bernard Trafford

Teachers feel undervalued and demoralised – and Boris Johnson is unlikely to improve things, writes Bernard Trafford

Assembly is no one’s favourite part of the school day. But, in a world of intolerance, it’s up to schools to spread vital moral messages, says Bernard Trafford

New children’s laureate Cressida Cowell has talked about the importance of school libraries. But beware the dangers of bringing libraries under Ofsted’s remit

Holding schools responsible for excluded pupils will have a negative impact on the vulnerable, warns Bernard Trafford