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Dyslexia is a contentious area that is often viewed in terms of the limitations it brings, but arguments are now being made that ‘dyslexic thinking’ is a positive trait that can lead to learning and career benefits, finds Zofia Niemtus

Despite the considerable benefits they bring to their local communities, schools with fewer than 150 pupils are struggling to compete financially with their bigger neighbours – as a result, their numbers are rapidly dwindling. So, are such schools destined to die out or can something be done to turn their fortunes around? Zofia Niemtus reports

Teaching learners to surf has been shown to reduce anxiety and re-engage them with education. But how does the approach work?

The profession is often perceived as a stressful one with a heavy workload that impacts staff wellbeing. Now, new research – published first in Tes – gives detailed insights into the general levels of happiness and self-worth among those who work in education. Zofia Niemtus reports

While many people involved with schools stayed at home as the pandemic raged, those students and staff who remained in schools had to overcome their anxieties and adjust to new ways of working. But a positive attitude helped to see everyone through the difficult times, finds Zofia Niemtus

Everyone is talking about ‘catching up’ on the learning lost through lockdown, but the solution is not as simple as sticking on a few hours of extra school time