Pastoral
The latest news, analysis and advice on pastoral support, including pupil mental health and wellbeing, attendance and non-academic development
Thursday
6th Jun 2024
Boring, sexist and shame-filled: what young people really feel about RSHE
As new draft guidance for RSHE is debated by leaders, young people are eager for major changes to the way they are taught, finds Dr Sophie King-Hill
Next government ‘faces persistent education inequalities’
Incoming ministers will need to address the long shadow of problems facing schools caused by the pandemic and cost-of-living crisis, IFS warns
Wednesday
5th Jun 2024
7 practical ways our MAT is tackling attendance
From building a dedicated team to using robots, a director of performance explains how his trust is improving attendance
Third of teachers say more pupils coming to school hungry
There has also been an increase in the number of pupils coming into school without adequate clothing, according to a report on the impact of the cost-of-living crisis
How the cost-of-living crisis is still impacting schools
New research shows how schools and teachers are providing unprecedented support to pupils as living standards remain low