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14/06/2010
THE HOME STRAIGHT
04/05/2010
NEWSLETTER
28/02/2010
7TH ANNUAL HANTSWEB AWARDS
01/02/2010
WELCOME TO TRAFFORD SCHOOLS
THE HOME STRAIGHT
04/05/2010
NEWSLETTER
28/02/2010
7TH ANNUAL HANTSWEB AWARDS
01/02/2010
WELCOME TO TRAFFORD SCHOOLS
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18/06/10
Info Library
Radioactive Penetration
07/06/10
Info Library
UV Reactive Materials
27/05/10
Info Library
3D/Spectra Glasses Template
26/05/10
Info Library
Ology List
24/05/10
Info Library
Alpha Beta and Gamma Properties
Info Library
Radioactive Penetration
07/06/10
Info Library
UV Reactive Materials
27/05/10
Info Library
3D/Spectra Glasses Template
26/05/10
Info Library
Ology List
24/05/10
Info Library
Alpha Beta and Gamma Properties
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14/07/10
THE BSF BACKLASH BEGINS
Education Secretary Michael Gove has faced tough questions from MPs over his scrapping of school rebuilding plans in local authorities across England...read more
THE BSF BACKLASH BEGINS
Education Secretary Michael Gove has faced tough questions from MPs over his scrapping of school rebuilding plans in local authorities across England...read more
06/07/10
IS YOUR SCHOOL BREAKING THE LAW?
Schools could be breaking the law by asking support staff to teach lessons when qualified teachers are absent, the National Union of Teachers has claimed...read more
IS YOUR SCHOOL BREAKING THE LAW?
Schools could be breaking the law by asking support staff to teach lessons when qualified teachers are absent, the National Union of Teachers has claimed...read more
23/06/10
BUDGET: EDUCATION TO GET 25% CUT
Education spending in England could be cut by as much as 25% over the next four years, the Chancellor has said...read more
BUDGET: EDUCATION TO GET 25% CUT
Education spending in England could be cut by as much as 25% over the next four years, the Chancellor has said...read more
21/06/10
FREE SCHOOLS COULD BE SET UP IN SHOPS
Parents, teachers and other groups will be able to set up "free schools" in shops and houses...read more
FREE SCHOOLS COULD BE SET UP IN SHOPS
Parents, teachers and other groups will be able to set up "free schools" in shops and houses...read more
21/06/10
"VETTING AND BARRING" SCHEME PUT ON HOLD
Plans to introduce a more thorough version of the CRB check has been shelved by the new government...read more
"VETTING AND BARRING" SCHEME PUT ON HOLD
Plans to introduce a more thorough version of the CRB check has been shelved by the new government...read more
21/06/10
MILLIONS CUT FROM 14-19 FUNDING
Funding for 14 to 19 reforms has been cut by £13.2m as the government has revealed the full extent of cuts within the Department for Education...read more
MILLIONS CUT FROM 14-19 FUNDING
Funding for 14 to 19 reforms has been cut by £13.2m as the government has revealed the full extent of cuts within the Department for Education...read more
15/06/10
GOVERNMENT TO RETHINK H&S
David Cameron tomorrow begins the process of dismantling Britain's health and safety laws and "compensation culture", appointing the former cabinet minister Lord Young of Graffham to carry out an audit that could see reforms introduced before the summer...read more
GOVERNMENT TO RETHINK H&S
David Cameron tomorrow begins the process of dismantling Britain's health and safety laws and "compensation culture", appointing the former cabinet minister Lord Young of Graffham to carry out an audit that could see reforms introduced before the summer...read more
15/06/10
THE SCIENCE OF FOOTBALL
With the World Cup in full swing, LabNews.co.uk have produced an informative article about the science behind football...read more
THE SCIENCE OF FOOTBALL
With the World Cup in full swing, LabNews.co.uk have produced an informative article about the science behind football...read more
24/05/10
WHAT THE COALITION MEANS FOR EDUCATION
The coalition government has agreed to push forward the Tories' plans to allow parents, teachers and charities to set up their own schools...read more
WHAT THE COALITION MEANS FOR EDUCATION
The coalition government has agreed to push forward the Tories' plans to allow parents, teachers and charities to set up their own schools...read more
17/05/10
EDUCATION OVERHAUL GATHERING PACE
The new government's education team is pushing ahead with plans for radical changes to schools in England, with legislation expected within weeks...read more
EDUCATION OVERHAUL GATHERING PACE
The new government's education team is pushing ahead with plans for radical changes to schools in England, with legislation expected within weeks...read more
17/05/10
DCSF SCRAPPED
Michael Gove has started as Education Secretary by ditching Labour's rebranding of his department...read more
DCSF SCRAPPED
Michael Gove has started as Education Secretary by ditching Labour's rebranding of his department...read more
26/04/10
SCNEW TEACHERS' GUARANTEE
The Government today set out a new commitment with the 'Teachers' Guarantee' to help support teachers to do what they do best - teach...read more
SCNEW TEACHERS' GUARANTEE
The Government today set out a new commitment with the 'Teachers' Guarantee' to help support teachers to do what they do best - teach...read more
29/03/10
SCHOOLS MUST SAVE TO KEEP STAFF
School spending on classroom staff will rise above inflation next year, it was confirmed in the budget...read more
SCHOOLS MUST SAVE TO KEEP STAFF
School spending on classroom staff will rise above inflation next year, it was confirmed in the budget...read more
15/03/10
TORIES AND LABOUR DEBATE SCHOOLS SPENDING
Both parties aim to cut the education budget but also protect classroom jobs...read more
TORIES AND LABOUR DEBATE SCHOOLS SPENDING
Both parties aim to cut the education budget but also protect classroom jobs...read more
01/03/10
"ASBESTOS KILLING SCHOOL STAFF"
Pupils and staff are at risk from poorly managed asbestos in schools, says a new report...read more
"ASBESTOS KILLING SCHOOL STAFF"
Pupils and staff are at risk from poorly managed asbestos in schools, says a new report...read more
22/02/10
MICROBES AND ME - FREE EXHIBITION
Your personal resident microbes (there are 2,000 different species in and on you) battle diseases and provide 10% of your energy...read more
MICROBES AND ME - FREE EXHIBITION
Your personal resident microbes (there are 2,000 different species in and on you) battle diseases and provide 10% of your energy...read more
08/02/10
SAFER INTERNET DAY: TUESDAY 9TH FEBRUARY 2010
Safer Internet Day is a Europe-wide initiative, and is the one day in the year that provides a focus on internet safety issues...read more
SAFER INTERNET DAY: TUESDAY 9TH FEBRUARY 2010
Safer Internet Day is a Europe-wide initiative, and is the one day in the year that provides a focus on internet safety issues...read more
08/02/10
CONSERVATIVES PLAN SCHOOLS POWER SHIFT
Local authorities in England could lose many of their planning powers regarding schools if the Conservatives win the general election...read more
CONSERVATIVES PLAN SCHOOLS POWER SHIFT
Local authorities in England could lose many of their planning powers regarding schools if the Conservatives win the general election...read more
03/02/10
'TEACHERS AND TAS MUST DO JOINT PLANNING' - OFSTED
Teaching assistants make a big difference to pupils learning in schools if they are well deployed and supported by managers and teachers, says Ofsted...read more
'TEACHERS AND TAS MUST DO JOINT PLANNING' - OFSTED
Teaching assistants make a big difference to pupils learning in schools if they are well deployed and supported by managers and teachers, says Ofsted...read more
18/01/10
NATIONAL SUPPORT STAFF SEMINAR DETAILS
The School Support Staff Seminar will be taking place from 10.00am- 4.00pm on Monday 26th April 2010 at the King Fund, Cavendish Square, London, W1G 0AN...read more
NATIONAL SUPPORT STAFF SEMINAR DETAILS
The School Support Staff Seminar will be taking place from 10.00am- 4.00pm on Monday 26th April 2010 at the King Fund, Cavendish Square, London, W1G 0AN...read more
11/01/10
SO YOU WANT TO BE A SCIENTIST?
Got an experiment you want to conduct? A theory to put to the test? Material World, Radio 4's weekly science show, is searching for the BBC's Amateur Scientist of the Year. ...read more
SO YOU WANT TO BE A SCIENTIST?
Got an experiment you want to conduct? A theory to put to the test? Material World, Radio 4's weekly science show, is searching for the BBC's Amateur Scientist of the Year. ...read more
11/01/10
WINTER CHAOS AND YOUR RIGHTS
Snow and ice continue to disrupt commuters, shut schools and cause traffic chaos in many parts of the UK. So what are your rights if you can't get into work, or if you are an employer and your staff can't make it in? ...read more
WINTER CHAOS AND YOUR RIGHTS
Snow and ice continue to disrupt commuters, shut schools and cause traffic chaos in many parts of the UK. So what are your rights if you can't get into work, or if you are an employer and your staff can't make it in? ...read more
14/12/09
UNISON REACTION TO PUBLIC SECTOR PAY
Dave Prentis, General Secretary of UNISON, the UK's largest public sector union, today reacted angrily to the 1%, two year pay cap and pensions cap on public sector workers, announced in the pre-budget report...read more
UNISON REACTION TO PUBLIC SECTOR PAY
Dave Prentis, General Secretary of UNISON, the UK's largest public sector union, today reacted angrily to the 1%, two year pay cap and pensions cap on public sector workers, announced in the pre-budget report...read more
23/11/09
DEVON SUPPORT STAFF HONORED
MORE THAN 200 staff from Devon's schools have been honoured for gaining additional qualifications to enhance the work they do for the county's children.vvA hundred and nineteen Devon teaching assistants have gained the prestigious Higher Level Teaching Assistant status or HLTA...read more
DEVON SUPPORT STAFF HONORED
MORE THAN 200 staff from Devon's schools have been honoured for gaining additional qualifications to enhance the work they do for the county's children.vvA hundred and nineteen Devon teaching assistants have gained the prestigious Higher Level Teaching Assistant status or HLTA...read more
23/11/09
SSSNB OFFICIALLY LAUNCHED
The first major new negotiating body to be set up in the public sector for around thirty years, has been given the royal assent on the 12th November...read more
SSSNB OFFICIALLY LAUNCHED
The first major new negotiating body to be set up in the public sector for around thirty years, has been given the royal assent on the 12th November...read more
12/11/09
UNISON TACKLES WORK BULLIES
UNISON steps up its Bully Busters campaign on Ban Bullying at Work Day (9 November), as new statistics reveal a record number of victims...read more
UNISON TACKLES WORK BULLIES
UNISON steps up its Bully Busters campaign on Ban Bullying at Work Day (9 November), as new statistics reveal a record number of victims...read more
12/11/09
EVOLUTION AT LAST FOR PRIMARIES
The government is ready to put evolution on the primary curriculum for the first time after years of lobbying by senior scientists...read more
EVOLUTION AT LAST FOR PRIMARIES
The government is ready to put evolution on the primary curriculum for the first time after years of lobbying by senior scientists...read more
21/10/09
SCHOOL RECRUITMENT WEBSITE LAUNCHES TODAY
A new online recruitment website could reduce the national cost of advertising for school teacher and support staff posts by almost two-thirds, Schools Minister Vernon Coaker said today...read more
SCHOOL RECRUITMENT WEBSITE LAUNCHES TODAY
A new online recruitment website could reduce the national cost of advertising for school teacher and support staff posts by almost two-thirds, Schools Minister Vernon Coaker said today...read more
19/10/09
300 ACADEMIES BY 2010
The Secretary of State for Children, Schools and Families, Ed Balls, has approved the next stage of development for four new Academies...read more
300 ACADEMIES BY 2010
The Secretary of State for Children, Schools and Families, Ed Balls, has approved the next stage of development for four new Academies...read more
02/10/09
RECRUITMENT SERVICE - REGISTER NOW
On 21 September the Schools Recruitment Service launched the next phase of its website allowing jobseekers to register their interest and receive news and development updates...read more
RECRUITMENT SERVICE - REGISTER NOW
On 21 September the Schools Recruitment Service launched the next phase of its website allowing jobseekers to register their interest and receive news and development updates...read more
02/10/09
40,000 TEACHING ASSISTANTS COULD BE SACKED
Thousands of teaching assistant jobs should be cut to help claw back millions of pounds wasted running schools, according to an internal Government report...read more
40,000 TEACHING ASSISTANTS COULD BE SACKED
Thousands of teaching assistant jobs should be cut to help claw back millions of pounds wasted running schools, according to an internal Government report...read more
28/09/09
TOP 10 IG NOBEL SILLY SCIENCE AWARDS
The government has unveiled plans to allocate research funding according to how much "impact" the research has...read more
TOP 10 IG NOBEL SILLY SCIENCE AWARDS
The government has unveiled plans to allocate research funding according to how much "impact" the research has...read more
21/09/09
MAJORITY OF TA'S "THINKING OF LEAVING"
More than half of teaching assistants are considering leaving their jobs, and one in ten is actively looking for a new job, according to a survey...read more
MAJORITY OF TA'S "THINKING OF LEAVING"
More than half of teaching assistants are considering leaving their jobs, and one in ten is actively looking for a new job, according to a survey...read more
16/09/09
SCHOOLS RECRUITMENT SERVICE UPDATE
On 21 September the Schools Recruitment Service will launch the next phase of its website allowing jobseekers to register their interest and receive news and development updates...read more
SCHOOLS RECRUITMENT SERVICE UPDATE
On 21 September the Schools Recruitment Service will launch the next phase of its website allowing jobseekers to register their interest and receive news and development updates...read more
16/09/09
SUPPORT STAFF - 'OFTEN UNDERESTIMATED'
The general public values school support staff and believes their role is often underestimated, according to a new survey...read more
SUPPORT STAFF - 'OFTEN UNDERESTIMATED'
The general public values school support staff and believes their role is often underestimated, according to a new survey...read more
14/09/09
UNISON CALL FOR BETTER PAY AND CONDITIONS FOR TA'S
A report commissioned by DCSF on support staff in schools should be seen as a "wake-up call", says UNISON. The report highlights the need to make sure children who are supported by teaching assistants get the best education possible...read more
UNISON CALL FOR BETTER PAY AND CONDITIONS FOR TA'S
A report commissioned by DCSF on support staff in schools should be seen as a "wake-up call", says UNISON. The report highlights the need to make sure children who are supported by teaching assistants get the best education possible...read more
14/09/09
SCHOOL CONSULTANTS EARNT £170M
Local authorities have spent £170 million on consultants in a government scheme to refurbish and rebuild schools in England, the Conservatives say...read more
SCHOOL CONSULTANTS EARNT £170M
Local authorities have spent £170 million on consultants in a government scheme to refurbish and rebuild schools in England, the Conservatives say...read more
07/09/09
TEACHING ASSISTANT STUDY RESULTS
Teaching assistants reduce teachers' stress levels and improve classroom discipline but do not boost pupils' progress, according to the largest-ever study of the impact of support staff in schools...read more
TEACHING ASSISTANT STUDY RESULTS
Teaching assistants reduce teachers' stress levels and improve classroom discipline but do not boost pupils' progress, according to the largest-ever study of the impact of support staff in schools...read more
07/09/09
SCHOOLS TO OFFER NEW IGCSE EXAMS
After years of disputes over whether state schools should be able to opt for the International GCSE exam, ministers have now signalled approval for it to be offered in eight subjects, including history, geography and business studies...read more
SCHOOLS TO OFFER NEW IGCSE EXAMS
After years of disputes over whether state schools should be able to opt for the International GCSE exam, ministers have now signalled approval for it to be offered in eight subjects, including history, geography and business studies...read more
01/09/09
GCSE RESULTS COMMENT FROM THE NUT
Commenting on This year's GCSE results, Christine Blower, General Secretary of the National Union of Teachers, Europe's largest teaching union said; "I thoroughly condemn attempts, whether from parts of the press or political parties, that seek to undermine for their own purposes the credibility of GCSEs...read more
GCSE RESULTS COMMENT FROM THE NUT
Commenting on This year's GCSE results, Christine Blower, General Secretary of the National Union of Teachers, Europe's largest teaching union said; "I thoroughly condemn attempts, whether from parts of the press or political parties, that seek to undermine for their own purposes the credibility of GCSEs...read more
24/08/09
NEW BODY NEWSLETTER FROM UNISON
The School Support Staff Negotiating Body (SSSNB) set up two working groups. One of them, the Core Contract and Working Year Working Group, had its first meeting on 27 July...read more
NEW BODY NEWSLETTER FROM UNISON
The School Support Staff Negotiating Body (SSSNB) set up two working groups. One of them, the Core Contract and Working Year Working Group, had its first meeting on 27 July...read more
24/08/09
FE FINAL PAY OFFER FOR ENGLAND
Following lobbying and campaigning by the FE trade unions the Association of Colleges (AoC) has made an improved final pay recommendation offer for 2009/10...read more
FE FINAL PAY OFFER FOR ENGLAND
Following lobbying and campaigning by the FE trade unions the Association of Colleges (AoC) has made an improved final pay recommendation offer for 2009/10...read more
24/08/09
BECTA, TDA AND QCDA ON GOVERNMENT HITLIST
Cuts to the government-funded bodies would save £633m and free schools from bureaucracy, the report from the Centre for Policy Studies says...read more
BECTA, TDA AND QCDA ON GOVERNMENT HITLIST
Cuts to the government-funded bodies would save £633m and free schools from bureaucracy, the report from the Centre for Policy Studies says...read more
11/08/09
NEW ISA SAFEGUARDING FROM 2010
If you work or want to work with children or vulnerable adults from November 2010 you will need to apply to be registered with the Independent Safeguarding Authority...read more
NEW ISA SAFEGUARDING FROM 2010
If you work or want to work with children or vulnerable adults from November 2010 you will need to apply to be registered with the Independent Safeguarding Authority...read more
11/08/09
NATIONAL CURRICULUM 20 YEAR REPORT
A report by the House of Commons Select Committee for Children Schools and Families considered the National Curriculum after twenty years, utilising evidence from a wide range of sources in order to answer the question "do we now have the National Curriculum that we need and, if not, what should be done?"...read more
NATIONAL CURRICULUM 20 YEAR REPORT
A report by the House of Commons Select Committee for Children Schools and Families considered the National Curriculum after twenty years, utilising evidence from a wide range of sources in order to answer the question "do we now have the National Curriculum that we need and, if not, what should be done?"...read more
28/07/09
LOCAL GOV PAY DEADLOCK BROKEN
Local government staff working in England, Wales and Northern Ireland had been offered just 0.5%, but this has been increased to 1.25% from scale points 4-10 and 1% from scale points 11 to 49...read more
LOCAL GOV PAY DEADLOCK BROKEN
Local government staff working in England, Wales and Northern Ireland had been offered just 0.5%, but this has been increased to 1.25% from scale points 4-10 and 1% from scale points 11 to 49...read more
28/07/09
'VIRTUAL SCHOOLS' SWINE FLU PLAN
Emergency plans for virtual schools and "homework by post" have been drafted in case a decision is taken to close all schools over swine flu...read more
'VIRTUAL SCHOOLS' SWINE FLU PLAN
Emergency plans for virtual schools and "homework by post" have been drafted in case a decision is taken to close all schools over swine flu...read more
13/07/09
UNISON 6th FORM PAY CLAIM DETAILS
A meeting of the Sixth Form Colleges Negotiating Committee for support staff took place on the 6th July to consider the UNISON pay claim for 2009/10...read more
UNISON 6th FORM PAY CLAIM DETAILS
A meeting of the Sixth Form Colleges Negotiating Committee for support staff took place on the 6th July to consider the UNISON pay claim for 2009/10...read more
08/07/09
HSE WARNS SCHOOLS OVER POSTER SCAM
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is warning schools across Britain not to be duped into buying unnecessary and overpriced copies of its health and safety law poster...read more
HSE WARNS SCHOOLS OVER POSTER SCAM
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is warning schools across Britain not to be duped into buying unnecessary and overpriced copies of its health and safety law poster...read more
02/07/09
LETTER TO SUPPORT STAFF FROM ED BALLS
On the 30th June, the Government published Your child, your schools, our future: building a 21st century schools system. This White Paper aims to help create a schools system that provides a great start in life for every child in every school...read more
LETTER TO SUPPORT STAFF FROM ED BALLS
On the 30th June, the Government published Your child, your schools, our future: building a 21st century schools system. This White Paper aims to help create a schools system that provides a great start in life for every child in every school...read more
22/06/09
HSE STATEMENT ON HEALTH & SAFETY IN SCHOOLS
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has called for a common sense approach to health and safety in Great Britain's schools...read more
HSE STATEMENT ON HEALTH & SAFETY IN SCHOOLS
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has called for a common sense approach to health and safety in Great Britain's schools...read more
22/06/09
UNION PREPARES FOR BIG CHANGES IN SCHOOLS
The new schools negotiating body for England will mean changes facing our members, national secretary Christina McAnea, told UNISON's local government conference in Brighton, as the bill goes before parliament to bring the body into existence...read more
UNION PREPARES FOR BIG CHANGES IN SCHOOLS
The new schools negotiating body for England will mean changes facing our members, national secretary Christina McAnea, told UNISON's local government conference in Brighton, as the bill goes before parliament to bring the body into existence...read more
15/06/09
UNISON CALLS FOR BETTER DEAL FOR SUPPORT STAFF
Unison is calling for a better deal for the UK's teaching assistants and school support staff after a survey found a catalogue of unpaid overtime, low pay, increased workload and violence and abuse...read more
UNISON CALLS FOR BETTER DEAL FOR SUPPORT STAFF
Unison is calling for a better deal for the UK's teaching assistants and school support staff after a survey found a catalogue of unpaid overtime, low pay, increased workload and violence and abuse...read more
12/06/09
ACADEMIES VS COMPREHENSIVES
The exam results of academy schools are "statistically indistinguishable" from those of comprehensives, a new study reveals...read more
ACADEMIES VS COMPREHENSIVES
The exam results of academy schools are "statistically indistinguishable" from those of comprehensives, a new study reveals...read more
01/06/09
SCHOOLS OUT FOR RYDER CUP
Schools across South Wales may be closed as part of a plan to prevent gridlock on the roads during the Ryder Cup...read more
SCHOOLS OUT FOR RYDER CUP
Schools across South Wales may be closed as part of a plan to prevent gridlock on the roads during the Ryder Cup...read more
01/06/09
ETON SWINE FLU OUTBREAK SPREADS
Three further Eton College pupils have been diagnosed with swine flu, taking the total number of cases at the top public school to four...read more
ETON SWINE FLU OUTBREAK SPREADS
Three further Eton College pupils have been diagnosed with swine flu, taking the total number of cases at the top public school to four...read more
18/05/09
OFQUAL HEAD: LET'S SCRAP GRADES
Exam grades could be replaced by a system in which pupils are presented with a raw score out of 400 instead of As, Bs, Cs or Ds, argues Dennis Opposs, head of standards at Ofqual, who said reforms were needed to stamp out the problem of "misclassification"...read more
OFQUAL HEAD: LET'S SCRAP GRADES
Exam grades could be replaced by a system in which pupils are presented with a raw score out of 400 instead of As, Bs, Cs or Ds, argues Dennis Opposs, head of standards at Ofqual, who said reforms were needed to stamp out the problem of "misclassification"...read more
18/05/09
SCHOOLS SWITCH TO CLIP-ON TIES
Clip-on ties are replacing knotted school ties, as schools worry about health and safety worries, says a survey of school uniform suppliers...read more
SCHOOLS SWITCH TO CLIP-ON TIES
Clip-on ties are replacing knotted school ties, as schools worry about health and safety worries, says a survey of school uniform suppliers...read more
13/05/09
POLICE PRESENCE IN 5000 SCHOOLS
Almost half of secondary schools in England have a dedicated police officer, suggests a survey. ...read more
POLICE PRESENCE IN 5000 SCHOOLS
Almost half of secondary schools in England have a dedicated police officer, suggests a survey. ...read more
13/05/09
SCHOOL WORKFORCE NUMBERS SOAR
Schools Minister Jim Knight has highlighted new figures showing the overall school workforce continuing to grow as evidence of the increasing popularity of working in schools in these challenging economic times...read more
SCHOOL WORKFORCE NUMBERS SOAR
Schools Minister Jim Knight has highlighted new figures showing the overall school workforce continuing to grow as evidence of the increasing popularity of working in schools in these challenging economic times...read more
11/05/09
SCIENCE SATS TO BE SCRAPPED
A review of Sats commissioned by the schools secretary, Ed Balls, will rule today that formal science tests taken by 600,000 11-year-olds every year should be scrapped...read more
SCIENCE SATS TO BE SCRAPPED
A review of Sats commissioned by the schools secretary, Ed Balls, will rule today that formal science tests taken by 600,000 11-year-olds every year should be scrapped...read more
06/05/09
FLU PANDEMIC - WHEN WILL SCHOOLS CLOSE?
Guidance for head teachers on school closures last issued during the bird flu alert in 2006 is being urgently checked and updated to cover a possible swine flu pandemic...read more
FLU PANDEMIC - WHEN WILL SCHOOLS CLOSE?
Guidance for head teachers on school closures last issued during the bird flu alert in 2006 is being urgently checked and updated to cover a possible swine flu pandemic...read more
06/05/09
SCHOOL WEAPONS SCREENING
Schools across the Waltham Forest are some of the safest in the capital, the Council has claimed, following a joint initiative with the police...read more
SCHOOL WEAPONS SCREENING
Schools across the Waltham Forest are some of the safest in the capital, the Council has claimed, following a joint initiative with the police...read more
23/04/09
CONSERVATIVES HINT AT SCHOOL CUTS
George Osborne has come under fierce attack after saying he would not protect schools and the armed forces from budget cuts should the Conservatives win the next election...read more
CONSERVATIVES HINT AT SCHOOL CUTS
George Osborne has come under fierce attack after saying he would not protect schools and the armed forces from budget cuts should the Conservatives win the next election...read more
20/04/09
NEW 'A' LEVEL SCIENCE DIPLOMA AIMS HIGH
Schools Minister Jim Knight has asked the science community, employers and higher education experts to come together to ensure the new Advanced level Science diploma is of the highest possible quality...read more
NEW 'A' LEVEL SCIENCE DIPLOMA AIMS HIGH
Schools Minister Jim Knight has asked the science community, employers and higher education experts to come together to ensure the new Advanced level Science diploma is of the highest possible quality...read more
20/04/09
ASBESTOS 'CAUSING TEACHER DEATHS'
Asbestos must be removed from schools to prevent the risk of cancer to pupils and teachers, a teaching union says...read more
ASBESTOS 'CAUSING TEACHER DEATHS'
Asbestos must be removed from schools to prevent the risk of cancer to pupils and teachers, a teaching union says...read more
30/03/09
SCIENCE GCSE STANDARDS 'LOWERED'
Regulator Ofqual has made exam boards take immediate action after finding science GCSE standards had fallen...read more
SCIENCE GCSE STANDARDS 'LOWERED'
Regulator Ofqual has made exam boards take immediate action after finding science GCSE standards had fallen...read more
23/03/09
GOV SET TO HAVE MORE EXAM POWERS
Scrutiny of the apprenticeships, skills, children and learning bill, currently in its second reading has revealed a previously un-noticed clause which is causing some controversy...read more
GOV SET TO HAVE MORE EXAM POWERS
Scrutiny of the apprenticeships, skills, children and learning bill, currently in its second reading has revealed a previously un-noticed clause which is causing some controversy...read more
23/03/09
LATEST SSSNB NEWS FROM UNISON
UNISON have disclosed the first of many newsletters keeping you informed of developments in proposals for the School Support Staff Negotiating Body (SSSNB)...read more
LATEST SSSNB NEWS FROM UNISON
UNISON have disclosed the first of many newsletters keeping you informed of developments in proposals for the School Support Staff Negotiating Body (SSSNB)...read more
16/03/09
IGCSEs BRANDED A 'MARKETING TOOL'
A head teacher leader says independent schools which enter pupils for International GCSES will create a two-tier, private-state system...read more
IGCSEs BRANDED A 'MARKETING TOOL'
A head teacher leader says independent schools which enter pupils for International GCSES will create a two-tier, private-state system...read more
11/03/09
NATIONAL AWARDS FOR SCHOOL SUPPORT STAFF
In 2005, the National Awards for School Support Staff was launched. This initiative was launched to recognise the valuable work done by support staff working in schools...read more
NATIONAL AWARDS FOR SCHOOL SUPPORT STAFF
In 2005, the National Awards for School Support Staff was launched. This initiative was launched to recognise the valuable work done by support staff working in schools...read more
11/03/09
BECOME A TEACHER IN 6 MONTHS
People could qualify as a teacher in England in six months rather than the usual year, under new government plans...read more
BECOME A TEACHER IN 6 MONTHS
People could qualify as a teacher in England in six months rather than the usual year, under new government plans...read more
11/03/09
PARENTS WANT SNAP INSPECTIONS
Parents overwhelmingly think school inspections are a good thing, but many think two days' notice is too much, a survey by inspectors Ofsted suggests...read more
PARENTS WANT SNAP INSPECTIONS
Parents overwhelmingly think school inspections are a good thing, but many think two days' notice is too much, a survey by inspectors Ofsted suggests...read more
09/03/09
£919M FOUND FOR SCHOOL MODERNISATION
Thousands of school modernisation projects across England can start 12 months early after £919 million was brought forward to boost the construction industry, Children's Secretary Ed Balls and Schools Minister Jim Knight announced today...read more
£919M FOUND FOR SCHOOL MODERNISATION
Thousands of school modernisation projects across England can start 12 months early after £919 million was brought forward to boost the construction industry, Children's Secretary Ed Balls and Schools Minister Jim Knight announced today...read more
09/03/09
LOCAL GOVERNMENT WORKERS PAY DISPUTE OVER
Trade unions, representing 1.3 million local government workers in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, have welcomed an ACAS award of an additional 0.3%, bringing the 2008/2009 pay increase to 2.75% on all pay points...read more
LOCAL GOVERNMENT WORKERS PAY DISPUTE OVER
Trade unions, representing 1.3 million local government workers in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, have welcomed an ACAS award of an additional 0.3%, bringing the 2008/2009 pay increase to 2.75% on all pay points...read more
02/03/09
TRAINEES SIGN UP TO TEACH MATHS AND SCIENCE
Increasing numbers of people are signing up to train as maths and science teachers, figures showed today. As the effects of the recession continue to be felt, teaching is becoming an attractive profession for those seeking more job security...read more
TRAINEES SIGN UP TO TEACH MATHS AND SCIENCE
Increasing numbers of people are signing up to train as maths and science teachers, figures showed today. As the effects of the recession continue to be felt, teaching is becoming an attractive profession for those seeking more job security...read more
25/02/09
SCIENCE TECHNICIAN APPRENTICES COMING SOON?
Ministers have thrown their weight behind apprenticeships today setting out how more than 21,000 apprenticeship places in frontline public services will be delivered - as the Cabinet meets in Southampton...read more
SCIENCE TECHNICIAN APPRENTICES COMING SOON?
Ministers have thrown their weight behind apprenticeships today setting out how more than 21,000 apprenticeship places in frontline public services will be delivered - as the Cabinet meets in Southampton...read more
23/02/09
SURPLUS SCHOOL FUNDS ON THE RISE
A rising amount of money is being put away for emergencies by schools, as concerns grow about the effect of the economic downturn on their budgets, it has emerged...read more
SURPLUS SCHOOL FUNDS ON THE RISE
A rising amount of money is being put away for emergencies by schools, as concerns grow about the effect of the economic downturn on their budgets, it has emerged...read more
23/02/09
UK SCHOOLS HAVE 20,000 UNQUALIFIED TEACHERS
The DCSF has revealed an astonishingly high number of teachers who are not in fact qualified to teach their subject. Parents will be horrified to learn that 5% of teachers are merely filling gaps...read more
UK SCHOOLS HAVE 20,000 UNQUALIFIED TEACHERS
The DCSF has revealed an astonishingly high number of teachers who are not in fact qualified to teach their subject. Parents will be horrified to learn that 5% of teachers are merely filling gaps...read more
13/02/09
BSF SCHOOL COSTS UP BY £10 BILLION
The cost of the government's scheme to rebuild every secondary school in England has increased by £10bn, but the schools are still nearly two years behind schedule, according to the spending watchdog...read more
BSF SCHOOL COSTS UP BY £10 BILLION
The cost of the government's scheme to rebuild every secondary school in England has increased by £10bn, but the schools are still nearly two years behind schedule, according to the spending watchdog...read more
05/02/09
GRATNELLS LAUNCH SCIENCE TECHNICIAN AWARDS
At Gratnells we love science. Which is precisely why we've created the Gratnells We Love Science awards. Over the coming years, we'll be offering the chance for schools, science teachers and technicians to win a coveted award in their respective group...read more
GRATNELLS LAUNCH SCIENCE TECHNICIAN AWARDS
At Gratnells we love science. Which is precisely why we've created the Gratnells We Love Science awards. Over the coming years, we'll be offering the chance for schools, science teachers and technicians to win a coveted award in their respective group...read more
25/01/09
BSF REACHES BUILD MILESTONE
The 50th school built or refurbished under the flagship Building Schools for the Future (BSF) programme has been opened by Schools Minister Jim Knight...read more
BSF REACHES BUILD MILESTONE
The 50th school built or refurbished under the flagship Building Schools for the Future (BSF) programme has been opened by Schools Minister Jim Knight...read more
18/01/09
LATEST PAY CLAIM FOR LOCAL GOV WORKERS
Local government unions representing more than one million council staff in England, Wales and Northern Ireland will submit their annual pay claim for an increase of at least the level of retail price inflation, with additional salary increases for the lowest paid...read more
LATEST PAY CLAIM FOR LOCAL GOV WORKERS
Local government unions representing more than one million council staff in England, Wales and Northern Ireland will submit their annual pay claim for an increase of at least the level of retail price inflation, with additional salary increases for the lowest paid...read more
13/01/09
CAMPAIGN TO GET FAIR PAY FOR 'FE' STAFF
Schools will be forced to tighten their belts as the government diverts spending to tackle the recession, MPs warn today...read more
CAMPAIGN TO GET FAIR PAY FOR 'FE' STAFF
Schools will be forced to tighten their belts as the government diverts spending to tackle the recession, MPs warn today...read more
12/01/09
BSF FUTURE IN JEOPARDY
Schools will be forced to tighten their belts as the government diverts spending to tackle the recession, MPs warn today...read more
BSF FUTURE IN JEOPARDY
Schools will be forced to tighten their belts as the government diverts spending to tackle the recession, MPs warn today...read more
12/01/09
UNPAID OVERTIME BECOMES COMMONPLACE
More than five million people worked unpaid overtime in 2008, bringing its total value across the UK to a record £26.9 billion, according to an analysis of official statistics published by the TUC...read more
UNPAID OVERTIME BECOMES COMMONPLACE
More than five million people worked unpaid overtime in 2008, bringing its total value across the UK to a record £26.9 billion, according to an analysis of official statistics published by the TUC...read more
05/01/09
FLU AND SICKNESS BUG STRIKE SCHOOLS
Thousands of teachers and pupils are expected to call in sick this week as widespread outbreaks of flu and the norovirus "winter vomiting bug" threaten to disrupt schools across Britain...read more
FLU AND SICKNESS BUG STRIKE SCHOOLS
Thousands of teachers and pupils are expected to call in sick this week as widespread outbreaks of flu and the norovirus "winter vomiting bug" threaten to disrupt schools across Britain...read more
05/01/09
SCIENCE BLOW FOR SCOTS
As church bells mark the end of 2008, alarm bells are ringing in the offices of Scottish government...read more
SCIENCE BLOW FOR SCOTS
As church bells mark the end of 2008, alarm bells are ringing in the offices of Scottish government...read more
08/12/08
5TH ANNUAL REPORT ON ACADEMIES
The 5th annual report on academies has been published by 'PriceWaterhouseCooper'. While the government are trumpeting success, teaching unions and the Anti Academies Alliance are painting a different picture...read more
5TH ANNUAL REPORT ON ACADEMIES
The 5th annual report on academies has been published by 'PriceWaterhouseCooper'. While the government are trumpeting success, teaching unions and the Anti Academies Alliance are painting a different picture...read more
08/12/08
SCIENTISTS REQUIRED FOR WORM CENSUS
Amateur scientists are being invited to participate in Britain's first earthworm census, in the hope that this will shed light on their numbers and health...read more
SCIENTISTS REQUIRED FOR WORM CENSUS
Amateur scientists are being invited to participate in Britain's first earthworm census, in the hope that this will shed light on their numbers and health...read more
01/12/08
SCIENCE TEACHERS TURN TO YOUTUBE
The British public has an outdated view of what goes on in the nation's science classes that could threaten future science teacher recruitment, according to a poll released by the Training and Development Agency for Schools (TDA)...read more
SCIENCE TEACHERS TURN TO YOUTUBE
The British public has an outdated view of what goes on in the nation's science classes that could threaten future science teacher recruitment, according to a poll released by the Training and Development Agency for Schools (TDA)...read more
24/11/08
LOCAL GOVERNMENT EMPLOYERS AGREE BACK PAY
The Local Government employers have now agreed to GMB and Unison request that the final 2008 offer of 2.45% (plus £100 on SCPs 4, 5 and 6) will be implemented and back pay from April 2008 will go in to the November or December's pay packet for 1.7 million local authority workers in England Wales and Northern Ireland...read more
LOCAL GOVERNMENT EMPLOYERS AGREE BACK PAY
The Local Government employers have now agreed to GMB and Unison request that the final 2008 offer of 2.45% (plus £100 on SCPs 4, 5 and 6) will be implemented and back pay from April 2008 will go in to the November or December's pay packet for 1.7 million local authority workers in England Wales and Northern Ireland...read more
21/11/08
OFSTED - 'SERVICES ARE PATENTLY INADEQUATE'
Too many children and young people are receiving services that are 'patently inadequate' - especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds...read more
OFSTED - 'SERVICES ARE PATENTLY INADEQUATE'
Too many children and young people are receiving services that are 'patently inadequate' - especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds...read more
17/11/08
LOW PRICES ON SCIENCE EQUIPMENT
Newton Resources, a science equipment supplier based in Sheffield is offering a price matching service on all equipment from now until Christmas...read more
LOW PRICES ON SCIENCE EQUIPMENT
Newton Resources, a science equipment supplier based in Sheffield is offering a price matching service on all equipment from now until Christmas...read more
17/11/08
BRITISH PUPILS AMONG LEAST LIKELY TO STUDY SCIENCE
The Young People and Science study for the European Commission surveyed nearly 25,000 15 to 25-year-olds across the 27 countries of Europe...read more
BRITISH PUPILS AMONG LEAST LIKELY TO STUDY SCIENCE
The Young People and Science study for the European Commission surveyed nearly 25,000 15 to 25-year-olds across the 27 countries of Europe...read more
10/11/08
¾ OF TEENS SAY SCIENCE IS IRRELEVANT
Two-thirds of teenagers do not believe science qualifications would help them to have rewarding careers. A poll of 1,000 16 to 18-year-olds found that just over a quarter (28%) saw the sciences as relevant...read more
¾ OF TEENS SAY SCIENCE IS IRRELEVANT
Two-thirds of teenagers do not believe science qualifications would help them to have rewarding careers. A poll of 1,000 16 to 18-year-olds found that just over a quarter (28%) saw the sciences as relevant...read more
10/11/08
NUT CALL OFF STRIKE ACTION
Following results from the ballot of its members, the NUT has decided not to press ahead with further strike action this time...read more
NUT CALL OFF STRIKE ACTION
Following results from the ballot of its members, the NUT has decided not to press ahead with further strike action this time...read more
04/11/08
UK WORKPLACE - SAFER AND HEALTHIER
New statistics published by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) reveal a reduction in the numbers of people killed, injured or made ill by work during 2007/08...read more
UK WORKPLACE - SAFER AND HEALTHIER
New statistics published by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) reveal a reduction in the numbers of people killed, injured or made ill by work during 2007/08...read more
04/11/08
SCHOOL STRIKE DECISIONS TO BE MADE THIS WEEK
The biggest teaching union will reveal this week whether it will stage a series of one-day strikes which would trigger widespread school closures in the runup to Christmas...read more
SCHOOL STRIKE DECISIONS TO BE MADE THIS WEEK
The biggest teaching union will reveal this week whether it will stage a series of one-day strikes which would trigger widespread school closures in the runup to Christmas...read more
30/10/08
LOCAL GOVERNMENT PAY DISPUTE PROGRESS
Trade unions representing more than a million council workers in England, Northern Ireland and Wales have taken another step towards resolving the long running local government pay dispute...read more
LOCAL GOVERNMENT PAY DISPUTE PROGRESS
Trade unions representing more than a million council workers in England, Northern Ireland and Wales have taken another step towards resolving the long running local government pay dispute...read more
30/10/08
MASS DEFORESTATION IN THE UK
According to research by the Woodland Trust, the rate of deforestation of woodlands in the Amazonian rainforest is being dwarfed by deforestation here in Britain...read more
MASS DEFORESTATION IN THE UK
According to research by the Woodland Trust, the rate of deforestation of woodlands in the Amazonian rainforest is being dwarfed by deforestation here in Britain...read more
23/10/08
COUNCIL EMPLOYEES GET INTERIM PAYRISE
Unison has confirmed that local government employees in England, Northern Ireland and Wales are to get an interim pay rise...read more
COUNCIL EMPLOYEES GET INTERIM PAYRISE
Unison has confirmed that local government employees in England, Northern Ireland and Wales are to get an interim pay rise...read more
20/10/08
DANGER RADIATION!
Products which claim to protect against the 'dangers' of radiation from WI-FI and mobile phones are exploiting unfounded public fear claim scientists. Items such...read more
DANGER RADIATION!
Products which claim to protect against the 'dangers' of radiation from WI-FI and mobile phones are exploiting unfounded public fear claim scientists. Items such...read more
20/10/08
ISA SAFEGUARDING SCHEME FOR SCHOOL STAFF
Currently anyone working in a school has to comply by the CRB (Criminal Records Buerau and be thoroughly checked periodically. The CRB service enables...read more
ISA SAFEGUARDING SCHEME FOR SCHOOL STAFF
Currently anyone working in a school has to comply by the CRB (Criminal Records Buerau and be thoroughly checked periodically. The CRB service enables...read more
20/10/08
LIFE AFTER SATS?
After MP Ed Balls this week called for an immediate end to SATS tests, teachers all over the country have been left wondering...read more
LIFE AFTER SATS?
After MP Ed Balls this week called for an immediate end to SATS tests, teachers all over the country have been left wondering...read more
20/10/08
UNITE MEMBERS IN SCOTLAND BALLOTED OVER PAY
Thousands of Unite members in local authorities across Scotland are to be balloted on a slightly improved pay offer from the Scottish...read more
UNITE MEMBERS IN SCOTLAND BALLOTED OVER PAY
Thousands of Unite members in local authorities across Scotland are to be balloted on a slightly improved pay offer from the Scottish...read more
20/10/08
HLTA FIGURES REACH MILESTONE
The 21,000th person has just achieved higher level teaching assistant (HLTA) status - and the Training and Development Agency for Schools (TDA) reports this figure is set to rise fast...read more
HLTA FIGURES REACH MILESTONE
The 21,000th person has just achieved higher level teaching assistant (HLTA) status - and the Training and Development Agency for Schools (TDA) reports this figure is set to rise fast...read more