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Sats reduce pupils and teachers to tears – and they change the way that school leaders behave, writes Colin Harris

Schools used to be driven by the needs of its community – now they’re driven by endless data drivel, writes Colin Harris

It’s hard to believe, but days can go by without a teacher having a meaningful conversation with another adult, writes Colin Harris

In recent years, the best schools built structures of support around primary classroom teachers. These are now being cut away, writes one veteran of the sector 

Should you prioritise learning, people or morality? Prioritise all three – and have a laugh, too, says Colin Harris

You never get a second chance to make a first impression – like teaching, the first five minutes are key, says Colin Harris