The rising risk of lithium-ion battery fires in schools
By Daniel Robins (pictured), Projects Director, CheckFire As technology becomes increasingly integral to education, schools are now filled with a variety of devices powered by lithium-ion batteries. From smartphones and tablets to laptops and e-readers, these rechargeable devices enhance learning but also introduce a significant fire hazard. Concerning data shows that UK fire services responded […]
Building skills outside the classroom
Fleur Sexton, Deputy Lieutenant West Midlands and CEO of PET-Xi – one of the most hard-hitting and dynamic training providers in the UK with a reputation for success with the hardest to reach – discusses how providing extracurricular opportunities for young people can help build success and narrow the disadvantage gap… Results from a nationwide […]
Solving the post-pandemic school crisis with parental engagement
Research has found that schools have seen an increase of absences over the past two years. One of the most significant factors cited that is impacting attendance is the deteriorating partnerships between schools and parents. Former head teacher and consultant for the Confederation of School Trusts, Duncan Baldwin, and Ali Guryel, Executive Chairman and CEO […]
Changes to Prevent duty guidance for schools by Mubina Asaria
Mubina Asaria (pictured), Safeguarding Consultant at LGfL-The National Grid for Learning, outlines the changes to Prevent duty guidance for schools… Following on from the independent review, the Prevent duty guidance has been updated this year, to reflect the UK’s current risk and threat landscape and promote best practice. And there’s some good news for designated […]
Putting the ‘personal’ in personal tutoring
Student success means ensuring every student is given the opportunity to become the best student – and individual – they can be. Dr David Grey, CEO of UK Advising and Tutoring (UKAT) and Dr Rachel Maxwell, Principal Advisor, Solutionpath, discuss why a personal tutoring system without students at its heart is not fit for purpose… Personal […]
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, […]