Blogs

25-03-2026

Denim, Trainers, and the Hidden History of School Uniform Rules

When trainers and jeans are comfortable, durable and cheap, why are they banned in so many schools?

by Cate Davies

18-03-2026

Simple Activities That Help Students Reflect, Communicate, and Work Better Together

Jenny Leonard creates worksheets teachers can provide to their students to help support their Social Emotional Learning (SEL).

by Jenny Leonard

18-03-2026

Student Voice or Student Choice?

Most schools will have embraced some element of student voice, but what do students really think about pupil voice?

by Dr Kim Collett

12-03-2026

When Complaints Take Over

Education should be a partnership not a battlefield. Schools and parents must work together, not against each other.

by Jacqui Lemaitre

08-03-2026

Safeguarding Capacity: Why Inspection Is Quietly Reframing What “Good” Leadership Looks Like

There is a shift happening in inspection conversations. Not loud. Not yet written into new frameworks. But absolutely present in the room.

by Jane McNally

04-03-2026

Encouraging teacher wellbeing in the present through imagining the future

When thinking about their wellbeing, three researchers decided to think about their 'imagined futures'.

by Poppy Gibson, Amber Browne, Joe Rose

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28-02-2026

The School Leader’s Guide to Hidden Costs

Explore the hidden costs of school lettings and learn how to calculate true ROI. Discover whether in-house management or a professional school lettings company offers the most sustainable and profitable solution.

by School Space

28-01-2026

The Power of Listening

Listening Rooms capture the most authentic voices when conducting research in education.

by Poppy Gibson

13-01-2026

Restorative Conversations To Support Pupil Behaviour

All behaviour is communication. Restorative conversations move beyond punishment, uncover causes and strengthen emotional understanding.

by Wendy White, Mr T of Mr T's NQT/ECT support

08-01-2026

UK Maths Challenge

Registration is open for students to apply for the UK Mathematics Challenge (UKMC).

by Jake A

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08-01-2026

Spencer Clarke Group Release School Insights Report 2025

87.5% of Headteachers say they are ‘concerned’ or ‘very concerned’ about pupil mental health and wellbeing within their school- School Insights Report.

by Eva Henderson

06-01-2026

Start the School Year Fresh

How the New Year can be an opportunity to start afresh with 'that' co-worker so you'll not waste unnecessary energy on something you cannot control.

by Fran Turuta

18-12-2025

Supporting EAL Pupils

Supporting pupils who are learning with English as an Additional Language (EAL) and pupils who are non-verbal to communicate emotions.

by Wendy White, Mr T of Mr T's NQT/ECT support

17-12-2025

3D Storytelling: A New Dimension in Learning

How can immersive technologies like AR amplify learning?

by Hannah McNaughton-Hussain

17-12-2025

Harper Lee’s Guide to Surviving December in Education

Christmas is approaching, everyone is tired and has so much to do. This blog shares how to survive to the end of term with our colleagues.

by Peter Wolstencroft, Sarah Penney

10-12-2025

How to manage your time effectively on the run up to Christmas

Teachers calendars are filled with festive events and the ever-growing pressure of home and school life. Gemma shares how to not feel overwhelmed leading up to Christmas.

by Gemma Drinkall

04-12-2025

Supporting SEND Students

In AP settings, students often come with histories of exclusion, trauma, or significant disengagement from school. Although empathy matters, effective mentors adapt, read emotions, and build strong, trusting relationships.

by Dr Claire Baird

03-12-2025

Letting Go of Perfection in Teaching

When there is too much to do, can we let go of perfectionism, redefine success and allow ourselves more compassion?

by Gemma Drinkall

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Denim, Trainers, and the Hidden History of School Uniform Rules

Simple Activities That Help Students Reflect, Communicate, and Work Better Together

Student Voice or Student Choice?

When Complaints Take Over

Safeguarding Capacity: Why Inspection Is Quietly Reframing What “Good” Leadership Looks Like

Encouraging teacher wellbeing in the present through imagining the future

The School Leader’s Guide to Hidden Costs

The Power of Listening

Restorative Conversations To Support Pupil Behaviour

UK Maths Challenge

Spencer Clarke Group Release School Insights Report 2025

Start the School Year Fresh

Supporting EAL Pupils

3D Storytelling: A New Dimension in Learning

Harper Lee’s Guide to Surviving December in Education

How to manage your time effectively on the run up to Christmas

Supporting SEND Students

Letting Go of Perfection in Teaching

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Denim, Trainers, and the Hidden History of School Uniform Rules

Simple Activities That Help Students Reflect, Communicate, and Work Better Together

Student Voice or Student Choice?

When Complaints Take Over

Safeguarding Capacity: Why Inspection Is Quietly Reframing What “Good” Leadership Looks Like

Encouraging teacher wellbeing in the present through imagining the future

The School Leader’s Guide to Hidden Costs

The Power of Listening

Restorative Conversations To Support Pupil Behaviour

UK Maths Challenge

Spencer Clarke Group Release School Insights Report 2025

Start the School Year Fresh

Supporting EAL Pupils

3D Storytelling: A New Dimension in Learning

Harper Lee’s Guide to Surviving December in Education

How to manage your time effectively on the run up to Christmas

Supporting SEND Students

Letting Go of Perfection in Teaching

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