I’ve been working with a group of Manchester teachers to discover how to optimise P4C in the teaching and learning of English. It’s been lovely to hear from pupils and teachers about some really positive experiences.
Encouraging pupils to argue and debate in class can help boost their results in English, Maths and Science, according to research by the Education Endowment Foundation.
“This report talks about a generation of children and young people growing up in a world where good speech, language and communication skills are increasingly vital …“
Traditional items of play equipment continue to provide the foundations of high value play. Major impact of natural light, temperature, air quality, and colour on pupils’ learning progress.
My provocation at Challenge Partners Conference, Blackpool, October 2016: What is more important: developing curiosity or measurable academic progress?
