I thought this academic year was the kind of year that warranted some reflection. So this blog is going to be more of a string of personal reflections and thoughts around a year that I have often described as a kick in the nuts. Seems like the teachers pay and conditions negotiations this year. Firstly... Continue Reading →
The problem with staggered start times in primary schools by years or classes.
The government has suggested the schools stagger the start and end of the day to reduce the number of people congregating around the school entrance. Schools, desperate for guidance and support from a pathetically ill-equipped DfE, have taken this on board and most schools have some sort of staggering to the day. They also do... Continue Reading →
Working for Oak
I am writing this as I finish my final day of Oak National Academy lessons. I have made 25 lessons in 15 days and my brain is a bit mushy. I thought as it is, hopefully, a one-of-a-kind type event I would just write down some thoughts and feelings on the experience. Getting asked to... Continue Reading →
COVID-19 response plan part 3: Mass bereavement policy amendment
This is hopefully the final post I will make in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic. Part 1 on creating a temperature screening protocol from existing school supplies is here Part 2 on maintaining social distancing within a lock-down school setting is here This is the post I hope you never need to use. In times... Continue Reading →
Creating a safe space of the children of key-workers part 2: Promoting social distancing within the school
This is the second part of a blog that focuses on the issues involved with protecting the children of key-workers and suggests some possible solutions. Part 1 which is focused on temperature screening all building occupants on a daily basis. This section shares some of the decisions we have made to try to promote social... Continue Reading →