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A parent’s guide to: Preparing Your Child for University

  As a parent who hasn’t attended university, the prospect of your child embarking on this journey can feel both exciting and daunting. From navigating the application process to supporting your child through the challenges of independent living, there’s a lot to consider. In this blog, we’ll start to cover things you need to know […]

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Wednesday May 22, 2024

A parent’s guide to: Demystifying University Finances

  For parents who haven’t experienced university firsthand, understanding the financial aspects of higher education can be a daunting task. From tuition fees to accommodation costs and financial support options, there’s a lot to consider. In this blog, we’ll start to break down the basics of university finances and explore the various funding options available […]

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Wednesday May 22, 2024

A parent’s guide to: Navigating University Admissions

  For parents who haven’t experienced university firsthand, understanding the admissions process can feel like venturing into uncharted territory. With terms like UCAS, contextual admissions, and mitigating circumstances thrown into the mix, it’s natural to feel overwhelmed. But fear not, this blog will hopefully start to demystify the process and equip you with the knowledge […]

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Wednesday May 22, 2024

A parent’s guide to: Choosing and Applying to university

As a parent who may not have had the opportunity to attend university yourself, guiding your child through the process of choosing the right university can seem like a daunting task. With so many options available and various factors to consider, where do you even begin? Rest assured, you’re not alone in this journey. In […]

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Tuesday April 23, 2024

Demystifying Cambridge University Applications: A Guide for Parents and Carers

As you and your child explore higher education options, the prospect of applying to selective institutions like the University of Cambridge may seem both exciting and daunting. Let’s explore the key steps in the application process and debunk common myths and misconceptions about applying to Cambridge. What do we look for? Our admissions process gives […]

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  • Education
  • General
  • Universities
Wednesday March 6, 2024

A Parent’s Perspective – What Makes A Great School

A great school is more than just good grades and test scores. It’s a place where students can learn, grow, and thrive academically and personally. While there’s no one-size-fits-all answer to this question, parents often talk about several key factors that contribute to a great school. Here are some of the most frequent responses: Strong […]

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Tuesday April 18, 2023

Feedback Matters

As a parent, your child’s education is one of the most important aspects of their life. It is crucial that you have access to accurate and up-to-date information about their school and educational experience. In this blog post, we will explore the benefits of joining the School Report and why parental feedback is essential. Stay […]

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Friday February 17, 2023

A Character-Led Approach to Supporting Wellbeing in Young People| Amazing People Schools 

Continuing with the theme of supporting young people’s mental health, Amazing People Schools explores why wellbeing means more than exercise, sleep, and food.   What is Wellbeing? Whilst most parents, carers and teachers are aware of the importance of wellbeing in young people, it can be hard to define. A person’s wellbeing is strongly correlated […]

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Friday December 2, 2022

How Developing Character Can Support Young People’s Mental Health

  Amazing People Schools highlights the importance of taking a joined-up, strengths-based approach to mental health and wellbeing – every day of the year. How to best support young people’s mental health is a subject close to the heart of all parents, carers and educators. Whilst the understanding of some of the mental health issues […]

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  • Education
  • General
  • Home Schooling
Monday August 22, 2022

REFLECTIONS ON MY JOURNEY AS A TEACHER MUM

REFLECTIONS ON MY JOURNEY AS A TEACHER MUM At the end of August 2021, I started a one-year career break away from my university role to be more present when my youngest starts secondary school and to write a third book without the pressure of working full-time. I am now half-way through said sabbatical and […]

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  • Education
  • General
  • Home Schooling
Thursday April 21, 2022

Has the Coronavirus turned up the volume of your Parental Voice?

Have you got time to turn up the volume ?
Register at theschoolreport.co.uk

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  • General
Wednesday August 26, 2020

The Fear Of Feedback

We have invested heavily in a culture that fears ‘failure’. We do not embrace well the principle that ‘there is no such thing as failure, only feedback’. We are taught that if you do not do well in a standardised test, then you have failed…Read as ‘YOU ARE A FAILURE’, return to the back of […]

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  • General
Sunday March 10, 2019

Engineering UTC Northern Lincolnshire

Opened in September 2015, the Engineering UTC Northern Lincolnshire £12m campus is set in the heart of Scunthorpe town centre and offers a specialist STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) education for 13-19 year olds through a hands-on education and engaging workshop spaces. “Skills shortages costs UK businesses around £2bn a year.” UTCs (University Technical […]

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  • Schools
Monday November 26, 2018

The School Report talks technical with Peter Wylie, Director of Education for The Baker Dearing Educational Trust

Peter Wylie manages the Baker Dearing Field Team. Peter started out in secondary teaching, moving on to Local Authority roles from 14-19 Education Officer through to Assistant, Deputy and Director of Education roles with Cleveland, East Sussex, Birmingham, Leicestershire, Knowsley, Islington and Croydon, where he was Director of Education and then Director of Children’s Services […]

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  • Education
Thursday February 22, 2018
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