New quiz to help assess staff understanding of Prevent duty
Mubina Asaria (pictured), Online Safeguarding Consultant at edtech charity LGfL-The National Grid for Learning, discusses the free and widely welcomed Prevent Quiz for Staff 2024… LGfL always strives to make training as accessible, dynamic and responsive as possible to the needs of leaders, teachers and staff. During Prevent duty training sessions with leadership and Designated […]
MDM for Education: Best features, terminology, and gimmicks explained for school district success
By Nadav Avni, Chief Marketing Officer of Radix Technologies Smart devices like laptops, tablets, and interactive whiteboards have become increasingly common in classrooms throughout the UK. However, to handle this additional digital supercharge, schools must also invest in a mobile device management (MDM) tool that can handle the demands of education. Schools must manage their […]
From Screen Time to Green Time: Why today’s children need more time outside
Does it feel as though today’s generation have little interest in playing outside in comparison to the youth of yesteryear? With technology playing a larger part than ever in our children’s personal development, it’s easy to be concerned about the amount of time our children spend playing outside. Throughout the pandemic, screen usage amongst […]
Play, Learn, Grow: Why playgrounds are vital to childhood development
Between 2011 and 2023, public playground budgets fell by more than £350m. As a result, between 2013 and 2023, almost 800 public-use playgrounds across the UK closed, with budget constraints commonly cited as the driving force. Although public-use playgrounds have suffered as a result of budgetary concerns, outdoor play remains vitally important to childhood development. […]
The power of digital engagement technologies to transform education
In an era defined by digital connectivity, higher and further education institutions in the UK are constantly striving to reimagine student engagement with the help of innovative technologies. Cinos’ Richard Evans looks at what educators must consider as part of their ability to enhance student experiences, support the staff and teams responsible for delivering curriculum, […]
WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH: Taking the plunge into edtech
Vanessa Boddington, Director of Customer Operations at Kortext, says that edtech is a dynamic sector filled with educated, articulate people, and why more women should take the plunge and embark on their edtech career… What skills and attributes do women bring to the HE/edtech sectors? The women I have encountered in HE and edtech have […]
WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH: Keeping up with the edtech evolution
When it comes to keeping up with edtech innovations, we must stay in the present and learn from the challenges, says Sangeeta Pan (pictured), Manager of Project Management at Kortext… What skills and attributes do women bring to the edtech sector? I have a technology background, so when I joined Kortext I joined the edtech […]
Four top tips to create an inclusive SEND-friendly educational space
With over 1.5 million children in the UK recognised as having special educational needs (SEN), the demand for spaces that cater to those who require extra support is growing. The number of children requiring SEN support has increased by 87,000 since 2022 alone, but less than 10% of these children attend schools that can meet […]
How private schools can mitigate against Labour’s planned VAT charge on fees
With Labour having a clear lead in the polls ahead of a general election this year, its pledge to charge VAT on private school fees should it win the election has left several independent schools worried about a drop in pupil numbers. However, many private schools may be able to save more than they realise […]
Data protection in schools – fostering the right culture
By Adam Halsey, External DPO (Data Protection Officer), and Stacy Williams, Risk and Compliance Officer at Invicta Law When it comes to data compliance, does your school have a ‘solve the issue at hand’ culture or does it look to foster continual improvement? The education community knows that ensuring data protection compliance is crucial to […]