Pastoral
The latest news, analysis and advice on pastoral support, including pupil mental health and wellbeing, attendance and non-academic development
Friday
8th Nov 2024
Restraint and seclusion ‘should not be routine practice in schools’
Guidance on restraint and seclusion in Scottish schools focuses on prevention – but union says teachers and school leaders will ‘despair’ at lack of practical guidance
‘Moral purpose’ will make trusts run inclusive schools
Leora Cruddas, CEO of the Confederation of School Trusts, tells MAT leaders they have embraced mission to educate disadvantaged pupils
Thursday
7th Nov 2024
Why affluent neglect is a tough issue for international schools
The problem of children being neglected by wealthy parents can be difficult to identify – but international schools are getting better at responding to it, finds Emma Seith
Oak adds korfball, pickleball and parkour to PE curriculum
Oak National Academy is extending its curriculum to cover new sports, designed to encourage more young people to get active
Friday
11th Oct 2024
A-level results day 2025: everything you need to know
A-level results day this year is on Thursday 14 August 2025. Here are all the essential details you need to be aware of
Attendance mentor scheme expansion delayed
Government awards £15m contract for mentoring support for persistently absent secondary school students in 10 Priority Education Investment Areas across England