The summer term has seen a flurry of articles from HFL Education advisers as they continue to share their expertise through national education publications and festivals.
Take a look below and click the links to find out more.
Festival of Education
We are delighted to share that, Shammi Rahman, Equalities and Diversity Adviser is chairing a panel discussion at the Festival of Education on Thursday 2nd July.
The discussion is titled ‘Fostering Connection and Cultivating Belonging’ and is part of the 16th instalment of one of the UK’s most exciting and inspiring education events. Founded by Wellington College in 2010, the Festival of Education gathers educators from across the UK and beyond for two days of invaluable professional development, discussions, and networking.
Find out more about how Shammi and the Wellbeing team can support your school
HFL in Schools Week
If you're a subscriber to Schools Week take a look at the recent profile of our CEO Carol Bennett. Learn about her wealth of experience and why she is so well suited to be at the helm of HFL Education.
Plus, Zoran Dimitrijevic, Head of Tech in Schools, and Robin Newman Non-Executive Director, HFL Education are featured in the Movers & Shakers column in Schools Week.
HFL in SecEd
Paul Jenkins, Head of Secondary Curriculum Services has a brilliant article on attendance in SecEd so if you're a subscriber take a look.
Paul shares six ideas on how tutors and pastoral staff in schools can have more effective attendance conversations. The article looks at anxiety-related absence, the importance of honest dialogue and how small changes in language and approach can make a significant difference.
Joining Paul in SecEd is Secondary Maths Teaching and Learning Adviser, Mel Chrisp, whose article on maths progression in the secondary classroom asks, “Do maths lessons really need to move faster to be effective?”
Mel considers research and practical classroom strategies, showing that slowing down can improve problem-solving and understanding with benefits for teachers too.
HFL in Headteacher Update
District School Effectiveness Adviser, Joanna DiBella's article on raising attainment for disadvantaged pupils is now live in Headteacher Update.
Disadvantage isn’t a single barrier – it’s layered and complex, but what actually makes a difference? From oracy to cognitive load, Joanna offers seven evidence-led strategies to raise attainment for disadvantaged pupils.
Also in Headteacher Update is Director of Education Services (Primary and Early Years), Anne Peck’s beautifully written article about transitions and the art of a good “baton change”.
Supporting pupils through endings and new beginnings is vital. From timing and practising moves to sharing teacher insights, transition planning is key, no matter what the context.
