H&S measures during severe weather conditions
This blog provides a basic framework to guide Head Teachers in establishing minimum control measures to support schools to operate during severe weather related to levels of snow, ice and reduced temperatures.
Great potential for positive change in mental health & well-being
Mental Health Awareness Week 2019 takes place from Monday 13th to Sunday 19th May.The theme for 2019 is Body Image. Our Specialist Educational Psychologist, Dr. Lynne Wadsworth, has written an article about mental health and well being to raise awareness for this year’s Mental Health Awareness week.
Reasonable adjustments to invisible challenges
The phrase ‘reasonable adjustment’ is often used in regards to altering the content or style of academic work in order to match the requirements of different pupils. However, it seems as if there is an oversight of the pupils with special education needs (SEN) stemming primarily from social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) difficulties.
The Power of Sharing Stories
National Share-A-Story Month (NSSM) is an annual celebration that takes place throughout the month of May. It provides the perfect opportunity to recognise the importance of storytelling and story sharing, bringing families and friends together.
Web Helpdesk Portal – Customer Release
One Education have invested in a new and improved customer management platform which includes our new look web helpdesk portal. The launch date for our new web helpdesk portal is Monday 13th May 2019.
Embracing Microsoft’s new future
As the extended support for Windows 7 is coming to an end, One Education’s Service Delivery Manager Dale Jones takes the opportunity to discuss the potential issues that can occur if we don’t upgrade and how it can be beneficial.
New Changes To Teaching ‘Sex & Relationships’ In Schools
Some of you may be aware of recent controversy that a primary in Birmingham has recently faced regarding teaching children and young people about relationships and sex. This has been sparked from changes that are going to be coming into place within schools across the country.
Fight against knife crime and safeguard your pupils
Knife crime is a growing concern across the country and has been expressed all over social media and the news, many might be wondering why?– after speaking to our close connection Matthew Norford, who previously ran a gang in South Manchester, the facts are that knives are quiet, easy to use and much more accessible than guns.
Integrate: A One Education Music Jazz Ensemble
The new One Education jazz group known as Integrate may only be one year old, but they have already developed an impressive musical CV. The students range from age 15 – 18 and between them have accomplished various music qualifications, musical grades and three have been accepted to prestigious music colleges.
Bringing over 5,000 children together to sing in unison
The health benefits of music and singing have been well documented. When we sing we release endorphins, the feel-good brain chemical that makes you feel uplifted and happy. Singing improves mental alertness, concentration and memory and by improving blood circulation it allows more oxygen to reach the brain.