For a long while I have questioned the nature of knowledge. As it is referred to in academic circles the study of knowledge is called 'epistemology' and serves to cover the breadth of human understanding at any given point. Thus in 1222 human understanding differed radically from human understanding...
All secondary pupils and teachers in England must wear face masks at school in a bid to slow the spread of coronavirus, it has been announced.
Under fresh government guidance issued on Wednesday, staff and students in Year 7 and above have been told to wear face coverings in communal...
Further to the question of 'hey Gove, where have the title deeds of our state schools gone?' there is a post on the Guardian comment is free site, in response to the story about Gove's criticism of Etonians in the cabinet.I offer it with no comment. People better informed...
“Having visited several schools in Shanghai last week- I feel we have plenty to learn from the Chinese, but without any need to feel in awe of their education system or to suffer from any inferiority complex. In fact, I found English education is held in very high esteem,” Thomas Hardye School Head...
First, let us address the facts as we know them:
What is deteriorating concrete? This specific type of concrete, officially designated as reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC), is composed of lime, water, and an aeration agent. It is poured into molds exposed to high pressure and heat, a process known...
In June, Richard Scutt from local community group, Dorset Humanists visited Bishop Wordsworth’s Church of England School in Salisbury to explain Humanist beliefs and values at the school’s ‘Multi-faith Day’. Richard began each session by outlining various definitions of Humanism and detailing our core beliefs and ethics. He went on to discuss...
Universities at Wolverhampton and Roehampton are 'suspending' performing arts courses for 2022/3.They claim it's through lack of demand by students.
Critics blame the government's devaluing of arts programmes and the move to push students toward science, technology and engineering courses.
I even detect criticism in the voice of The Stage editor,...
Boarding school, a peculiarly British form of abuse, has devastating impacts not only on the boarders, but also on those they grow up to dominate.
There are two stark facts about British politics. The first is that they are controlled, to a degree unparalleled in any other Western European nation,...
It can be tricky to decide whether or not to keep your child off school, nursery or playgroup when they're unwell.
There are government guidelines for schools and nurseries about managing specific infectious diseases at GOV.UK. These say when children should be kept off school and when they shouldn't.
If you do keep...
Telegraph columnist Toby Young likes to boast about how he is a perfect example of how anyone can succeed because he managed to get a place at Oxford despite failing most of his O’ Levels. In fact, he managed to do this because – according to Toby – Brasenose College, Oxford...
