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'Don't Smile Until Christmas'

I’ve seen some Facebook posts recently where people have advised to ‘not smile until Christmas’ with you new class. Personally, I wouldn’t take this advice. Smile from day one- Simon Hunt.

by Simon Hunt

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'Preparing For Literacy'- A Review – Part 2

This is the second part of Jayne Carter's blog on improving communication, language and literacy in the early years.

by Jayne Carter

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A Global Harvest Festival

Primary school pupils across the UK are getting ready to celebrate a Harvest Festival with a difference this month, using exciting new digital resources.

by Damien Challenger

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Starting Your First Week Back at School

The first week back is always a busy one, but it can be made easier by having a clear plan on what you want to achieve with your children. By setting high expectations, laying out clear routines and getting to know your children, you can set yourself up for a really successful year. Here are my top tips on how to start your first week of school!

by Ben Cooper

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A Well-behaved Class = A Happy You!

'Very few children, if any, actually want to misbehave. They want to know that we care, that we provide consistency, clarity and security. Some just need more convincing than others.' Dan Storey who works in a SEMH school shares his 4 top tips for improving behaviour that can be used in any class.

by Daniel Storey

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5 Reasons to Read Hairy Maclary

My daughter and I absolutely adore Lynley Dodd’s Hairy Maclary books. Here are five reasons why you should share these books with children, whether at home or in school- Peter Harding

by Peter Harding

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Language learning through technology

Earlier this year, a survey by the European Commission revealed that 62% of British people are English monolinguals. [...] Trends suggest language educators should explore innovative ways of making language learning more accessible and effective.

by Damien Challenger

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5 lessons using Chrome Music Lab

Chrome Music Lab- Andrew Keegan shares 5 lesson ideas to try to save you time. Full of practical ideas to share with you students.

by Andrew Keegan

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Making Research Work for You

There are so many new teaching ideas out there especially with Twitter and Facebook but what works for one class might not work for another. Natalie Clark shares her experiences of implementing new strategies from research.

by Natalie Clark

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'Preparing For Literacy'- A Review – Part 1

This is the first part of Jayne Carter's blog on improving communication, language and literacy in the early years.

by Jayne Carter

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Starting My Teacher Training, Why Now?

When she become a mum, Jenny's life changed. She knew she wanted the best for her children's development but as they left for school she had to trust someone else. That's when she knew she wanted to become a teacher, to help other children too.

by Jenny Ross

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Do You Know Where Your School Data is Held?

'We are using more and more online services, each requiring the sharing of data. Are we therefore at a point where we may not know as much as think we do about the school data we have and where it is stored?'- Gary Henderson.

by Gary Henderson

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NQTs- How to Develop Effective Behaviour Management

Mr. T of @MrTs_NQTs discusses developing effective behaviour management routines in the first few weeks of your NQT year.

by Mr T of Mr T's NQT/ECT support

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Help Me to Help You

How mentoring has helped me develop as a teacher. Regular Nexus blogger, Hannah Frances looks at how being a mentor has made her a better teacher too.

by Hannah Frances

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How to Prepare for A-Level Results

On the eve of A-Level results day, I (Jennifer) have sat down to reflect on what my son and many others up and down the country might be experiencing right now.

by Jennifer Wyman

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NQT/ SEN Advice

Are you about to start your NQT year? Do you have pupils in your class with additional needs? Abigail Hawkins shares how to have a relationship with your SENCO and how you should treat each child as a person first and foremost. A must read!

by Abigail Hawkins

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Married to the Job

Having a partner in education can be great for support and understanding but how do you stop talking 'shop' together all day, every day. Adam Watkins talks about he and his wife make it work.

by Adam Watkins

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The Secret We Almost Never Remember

After being in education for years and speaking to numerous teachers, Carl wondered what made people become teachers and why they stay in education. What is the 'Secret [about teaching] We Almost Never Remember'.

by Carl Barton

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