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Over the last month children have been walking through Reception classroom doors on their first day at school. What do we expect them to already know, understand and be able to do? Child ready for his first day at school Perhaps we expect them to separate confidently from their parent, listen during whole-class teaching, use a reasonable range of vocabulary, recognise some numbers, hold a pencil, manage their belongings and begin to follow classroom routines. But what happens

When we talk about education, it is easy to become focused on what happens within our own schools, our own communities and our own national system. Yet sometimes, looking beyond our borders gives us the opportunity to step back and ask a much bigger question: What really makes an education system successful? Is it the grades on the paper? The life experiences? The wellbeing, resilience and confidence? Or perhaps there is not a definitive answer. I have a personal connection t

Sport has long been recognised as a powerful tool for improving physical health, but for teenage girls, its impact goes far deeper. Inclusive sporting environments play a critical role in shaping wellbeing, mental health, confidence, and lifelong fitness habits. Yet despite these benefits, a significant number of girls disengage from sport during adolescence. Understanding why—and addressing it through inclusion—is essential. Youth Sports Trust - girls in sport The Drop-Off P

I had the opportunity to listen to Shadow Education Minister Laura Trott speak at the Policy Exchange this week about business, skills, and apprenticeships. The discussion centered around an important question: how do we ensure that young people leave education ready for employment? The Focus on Post-16 Education The conversation focused heavily on post-16 education, apprenticeships, lifelong learning, and the skills needed to succeed in the workplace. These are undoubtedly i