We are trialling a really easy and quick idea in our starters with the potential for long term impact. Developing a wide and functioning vocabulary is essential not only for learning language for all-round academic success. Educational research shows that vocabulary strongly relates to reading comprehension, intelligence and general ability. As children learn to read, they … Continue reading 19 950 words I learnt at school
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Pochettino and Pencil Cases
I have supported Tottenham Hotspur since I was 4 yrs old, and in that time they have wavered from also-rans to jostling with glory in the FA Cup to relegation. Their regular underachievement has helped remind me of my own humanity. As West Brom is to Frank Skinner and Adrian Chiles, so Spurs have been … Continue reading Pochettino and Pencil Cases
How much should bin men earn?
Let this brief story be an encouragement to us as we embark on a new half term! On Thursday morning of half term I was accosted by the bin man as I stumbled out late with my rubbish. As I trundled the black bin down the road to meet the swiftly retreating lorry I received a … Continue reading How much should bin men earn?
10 steps to turn the ship 1-5
This week we enjoyed a visit by Sir David Carter, now our Regional Schools Commissioner and soon to move to the role of National Schools Commissioner. When I worked in Bristol, I had the privilege of working with and learning from him. He is a friend with a mutual passion for cricket, Cirencester and improving … Continue reading 10 steps to turn the ship 1-5
Core Purpose
This weekend my oldest son Harry went to University to begin his course in music, specialising in piano. It was a BIG weekend for the family. There were mixed emotions – a great sense of the start of a new adventure for an 18 year old and a moment in time, but of course tinged … Continue reading Core Purpose
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