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Teachers' Blog

Read through some short thought pieces from our teachers on subjects that they are passionate about.

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The ‘Batman’ Effect and why Sport can teach you to be your ‘Heroic’ Best.
Published 19/04/24
By Mr Burchett, Assistant Head and Director of Junior School Sport.

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The Power of Reading
Published 25/03/24
By Miss Walton, Head of English and Mrs Stevns, Librarian.

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Scientific Enquiry
Published 20/02/24
In English, pupils master spelling, grammar, and punctuation, essential for becoming adept writers. Equivalently, scientific enquiry skills form the foundation for success in science:
- Asking questions
- Making predictions
- Planning and undertaking investigations
- Observing and/or measuring
- Using tables and diagrams to record data
- Presenting data using charts and graphs
- Interpreting data and drawing conclusions
- Evaluating
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Developing Mathematical Reasoning and Learning Key Facts
Published 14/12/23
In the evolving landscape of education, the significance of fostering mathematical reasoning and ensuring our young learners grasp key mathematical facts play a pivotal role in shaping our children's mathematical journey.

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Teaching Compassion
Published 17/11/23
Compassion - The feeling or emotion, when a person is moved by the suffering or distress of another, and by the desire to relieve it. (Oxford English Dictionary)

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