Laura Smith

I have been very lucky to have had books around me all my life. My earliest memories are those of me flipping pages of a picture book. Reading is a source of joy, a magic doorway to worlds unknown and utter contentment. If I did one thing right, it is that I've passed on this love for reading to my children. Yet, there are millions who are not able to experience even a tiny bit of this joy for various reasons. How do we create an appetite for books? How do we break this barrier to reading? What can teachers do to spark the magic within the school? Join this webinar to find out! #teacherwebinar #readingforpleasure #literacry #magicofbooks #librarians #teachingresources

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The reviews speak for themselves 🤩 Our aim at Connex Academy is to enable schools to thrive, develop, train, and retain their whole school workforce 📚👏 Have you tried our new LearnWorlds platform? 👀 Why not try it today by clicking the link 👉 https://lnkd.in/e8rPwi85 #Education #ProfessionalDevelopment #Learning #NewPlatform

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Though Ofsted have revised how the SCR is checked and rectified it's one less stress if it's up to date so well worth signing up for. #compliance #schools #academies #safeguarding #UKEdChat #SLTChat #SchoolHR, #JuniperExpert

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It’s tough supporting the constant change in the Edtech environment 🏫 Here we look at 5 key trends in education, the challenges they bring and what schools can do to meet them.   #EdTech #SchoolIT #NetworkSolutions

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🚀 Digital transformation is reshaping the educational landscape! In her latest blog, Dawn Pollard, Director of Sales for Education at Civica, explores how technology can create safer, more inclusive learning environments. Discover the role of digitalisation in addressing key challenges in schools. 🌟 Read🔗https://ow.ly/ZA1L50TZgox #EdTech #DigitalTransformation

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💡 EdTech is here to stay, but are we making the most of it? 53% of teachers think a lot of school EdTech goes unused. Discover deep insights into teacher attitudes towards EdTech in UK primary and secondary schools with our whitepaper. This comprehensive report presents the findings of a YouGov research study commissioned by Juniper Education, which will help you to understand teacher perceptions, experiences and preferences related to EdTech implementation. 🤖 📌 Discover what educators have to say - download your copy now: https://lnkd.in/epKyKKJJ #Whitepaper #EdTech #EducationNews #YouGov

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Trusting your school's data is important! But how can you ensure the quality of your data? 🔍 Explore the importance of standardisation in assessments, how to spot high-quality data and discover ways to maximise your school’s assessment data in this blog article from the Cambridge Centre for Evaluation & Monitoring. 👉 https://cambrid.ge/3O0KXEG #StandardisedTests #DataDrivenAssessment

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Are you a Multi Academy Trust leader with a vision to enable your schools to focus on what really matters - teaching, learning and a curriculum that really works? Is your goal aiming to improve educational standards through sharing resources, best practices and expertise? Is fostering a collaborative approach to improve educational outcomes a vision for you? Do you want to drive financial efficiencies? If the answer is yes to any of these questions why not take a visit to our dedicated pages for Multi Academy Trusts to explore how Pearson are partnering with MATs across the UK to deliver the above aspirations. https://lnkd.in/eRcrf2uw #workinginpartnership #teachingandlearning #drivingeducationstandards

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Exciting News! Due to popular demand, we're hosting a second session in our 'Join the Readvolution' series! The first session was so engaging that teachers have asked for more. We listened! Next week, we'll focus on practical tips from two avid users of The Day in the classroom. Don't miss out on this free CPD opportunity. Sign up now through the link below! #readingforpleasure #literacy #currentaffairs #criticalthinking #teachers

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🚀 How primary school teachers can implement retrieval and spaced practice ... https://buff.ly/4aCnqDB This download includes a 52-page slide deck, a 3-minute walkthrough video, and a follow-up CPD webinar. It also includes twelve editable templates.

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🤔 Did you know our specialist Cyber Team can help you and your school prepare against cyber threats? 💻 They can deliver tailored inputs informing teachers and students all they need to know to stay safe online, protect against risks of attacks and cyber threats and advice on further support. 🔎 So if you think this is something that might benefit your school then search 'NERCCU' now to visit their website and find out more.

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The DfE have produced a useful guide for schools on how to monitor your school attendance data using the dashboards which are now available to those schools signed up to share their data (legal requirement from 19th Aug) #schools #education #schoolattendance https://buff.ly/3Tl2M4j

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Assessment is key to student progress, but many schools face challenges in making it effective. Our latest blog explores common issues with assessments and offers practical tips to help teachers manage workloads, identify learning gaps, and improve outcomes. Explore how effective assessment can drive success—read the full blog now here >> https://ow.ly/30yA50UhBYq

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NEW: The Skills Network, one of the largest online education providers in the UK, has announced the renewal of its corporate partnership with the The Institute of Employability Professionals. Read the full story with comment from Mark Dawe ⬇ https://lnkd.in/eWR9mHX2 #EdTech #Education #Employability #Learning #SkillsDevelopment #eLearning #ProfessionalDevelopment #UKEducation

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Very interesting afternoon read of the latest report from the UK Parliament Education Committee. Discussing some of the key areas of improvement and support needed to help our teachers and improve our education system. The current high staff turnover rate in our education system not only disrupts school environments but also impacts student learning. With 92% of teaching staff stating workload and 57% stating pay as the main 2 reasons to leave the profession, investing in comprehensive and time efficient staff training programmes can be a game-changer. Improved training not only enhances teachers' skills and confidence but also equips them to manage workload more efficiently and effectively, ultimately boosting retention rates. #Education #StaffRetention #ProfessionalDevelopment #StaffTraining #OfstedReady https://lnkd.in/eVjTFe34

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Had an amazing time in Leeds and Manchester speaking to schools about our systems and how we can help. One thing stood out and that was that so many schools talked about the stress around managing the post-16 bursaries ensuring everything is documented and ready for audits as any mistakes could result in the funding being taken away. Which can have a huge knock-on effect on students and the school. We then talked about our system Bursary16+ which includes ESFA To-Do Lists, Checklists, and Audit Sheets, simplifying compliance and reducing administrative burden and more importantly stress. We then discussed how we monitor any changes in the guidelines to adapt the system each year. Thanks to its user-friendly interface, schools already using our system report a significant increase in student applications. Furthermore, the best part is that it can be funded with 5% of your ESFA allocation so not out of the school budget. Would you be interested in exploring this further? https://lnkd.in/e4rpSZV2 [email protected]

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With MGL’s Computing curriculum support, schools get access to our Resources and Assessment Portal. The portal gives schools a wide range of helpful resources to aid pupils’ Computing education, from lesson plans for all units, skills progression frameworks, knowledge organisers and thorough guides for every year group 🖥 Find an in-depth look into the Portal here 👇 #Education #Computing #Curriculum #Technology

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Really looking forward to be attending The Schools & Academies Show next Wednesday. Say hello to team Applicaa on stand H16 and learn what we can offer your school, including admissions, options, bursaries software, and a MAT Dashboard. We integrate with the major MIS including SIMS, Arbor, Bromcom, and ISAMS. Working with over 1600 schools Also, we have some huge news #ApplicaaOne a real game changer for schools and students. Helping schools fill any spaces and helping students find the course they want to do. Imagine UCAS for Sixth Forms. The future is here!! #admissions #Schools #Admissions #LeadershipInEducation #Efficiency #SchoolAdmissions #EducationManagement #SchoolLeadership #StudentExperience #StreamliningSuccess #AdmissionsManagement #schooladmissions #schoolleaders #admissions #EducationManagement #SchoolAdmissions #StreamlineProcesses #SchoolPlanning #schoolleadership #futurereadyschool #educationleaders #schoolleadership #schooladministrators #schooladmissions #schoolleadership #schoolimprovement #schoolprincipals #schoolprincipals #primaryeducation #primaryschool #primaryschools #secondaryeducation #secondaryschool #secondaryschools

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