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    • Teaching, Learning and Cognitive Science - how we use evidence-based practice to ensure that students achieve exceptional outcomes

      Published 23/10/24, by Pippa McPherson

      Whilst much of the news in education over the past decade has involved teacher shortages, SEND needs and changes to qualifications, there has also been a steady body of research in cognitive science, which in recent years has shaped the way that we teach. This short blog takes a look at the latest research on how children learn, and how we implement this here at Prince Henry's.

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    • Behind the scenes on residential trips

      Published 23/10/24, by Pippa McPherson

      The final half term of the year is traditionally the busiest in terms of trips and visits at Prince Henry's. Large numbers of students from Key Stage 3 will experience trips to Germany, France and Spain. These will complement the many local day trips for work to support studies in lessons. All of this on the back of trips to the Belgian and French Battlefields, Iceland, Italy, The Gambia, South Africa ....

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    • Attendance - the post-pandemic landscape

      Published 23/10/24, by Pippa McPherson
      Navigating the Post-Pandemic Educational Landscape: National Concerns Surrounding School Attendance and Absence Rates
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    • A shared understanding of our Vision and Values

      Published 23/10/24, by Pippa McPherson

      In September 2023 we launched our refreshed 'Vision and Values' statement and graphic. In this post, we consider why we need a shared understanding of what is important to us as a school. We also explain how we went about agreeing on just nine words to sum up all that we stand for.

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    • A response to the recent parent/ carer survey around behaviour

      Published 21/10/24, by Pippa McPherson

      Last month we asked parents and carers to share their understanding and experience of our behaviour system, known in school as Positive Discipline (PD). The responses to this survey were reassuring, enlightening and at times thought-provoking to read. All the feedback was useful, and this will be considered as we move forward with PD over the next year.

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