Curriculum

Pupils of all ages can benefit from witnessing evolution in real time – and it’s now possible in schools, say this researcher from the University of Bath

The Cambridge academic talks about the ‘conspiracy theory’ of why, despite all the evidence, oracy is yet to be introduced into the curriculum, and whether the Labour government will make the change

Students often ask why we study literature, and there isn’t always an easy answer. But, in a way, this is exactly why it’s so important, argues this international school English teacher

A new framework will help teachers at the start of their career in Scotland to respond to urgent environmental and sustainability challenges

Reframing the narrative around maths is essential to helping overcome pupils’ fears about the subject, say these two teachers

Report calls for reform of maths Sats and GCSE and warns pupils are being rushed through a crowded curriculum

Primary teachers have noticed a deterioration in pupils’ ability to perform precise movements, such as holding a pencil or using scissors

The argument that ‘everyone speaks English anyway’ falls apart when subjected to scrutiny, says Catriona Egerton

As Year 6 pupils begin their key stage 2 assessments, one trust education director outlines why the tests fail to capture the real depth and breadth of children’s achievements

Few boys are opting to take English at A level, missing out on developing important empathy and communication skills, writes Andrew Copeman

Exam board chiefs disagreed on the benefits of coursework when appearing in front of MPs this week

The number of children with speech and language challenges is soaring. And not all of these pupils have SEND. Experts tell Ellen Peirson-Hagger how in-school intervention is possible – and highly effective