Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and Secondary Science – do you have the next Einstein in your class?

Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and Secondary Science – do you have the next Einstein in your class?

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14 Sep 2023
A classroom teacher looking over their new class registers for September may feel daunted by the prospect of meeting the individual needs of a large number of pupils with SEND in their lab. However, with the right challenge and support there might just be the next Einstein in the classroom!
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Making fluent and flexible calculators: why is additive reasoning important for children's success in multiplication?

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12 Sep 2023
If children in your class struggle with multiplication, division, fractions and/or percentages, insecure foundations in additive reasoning may be the root cause.
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HFL Education and Hon. Stuart Lawrence join forces to improve reading standards

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07 Jun 2023
HFL Education and Hon. Stuart Lawrence are thrilled to join forces with the goal to improve reading standards via the KS2 Reading Fluency Project. 
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Celebrating Stuart Lawrence's support for our Reading Fluency Project

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18 Jul 2023
Dr. Hon. Stuart Lawrence participation in the HFL Education Reading Fluency Project has been featured on BBC News, ITV London News and BBC Devon Radio where his unwavering enthusiasm for our project and his profound dedication to promoting reading and supporting children were evident for all to see.
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New academic year: Is it time to change your school MIS system?

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06 Sep 2023
Is your MIS holding you back from a broader digital strategy? If so, you're not alone—many school leaders feel constrained by their current MIS. This blog sets out how HFL Education's MIS Framework can help eliminate your paint points.
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Digital strategy for education settings: A new frontier for school improvement

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06 Sep 2023
As we dive into the new academic year, education professionals are keenly aware of the evolving challenges facing schools. With these pressures, can we really afford to let technology remain on the backburner? I'm convinced the answer is a resounding "no." This blog explains why.
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Transitioning from reception: Year 1 readiness in science

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06 Sep 2023
The transition from early years to Year 1 can be a challenge in terms of progression and coverage. See some top tips on how to ensure progression in primary science.
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Why teach oracy?

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05 Sep 2023
Jane Andrews explores why oracy should be taught in school and provides food for thought for starting discussions about it with colleagues.
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Keeping up appearances: encouraging attendance at non-statutory school age

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04 Sep 2023
How can we encourage attendance at non-statutory school age?
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Who is eligible for pupil premium funding?

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31 Aug 2023
Working out which children are entitled to pupil premium funding in Reception can be challenging. Find out how to identify children sooner and engage parents/carers in the process to ensure positive educational outcomes.