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Let’s stop comparing ourselves with other schools
Online learning has led to comparisons between schools – but each has its own unique circumstances, says Michael Tidd
25 January 2021
What’s the point of the DfE remote learning framework?
The Department for Education’s online learning guidance is just accountability by stealth, says Michael Tidd
18 January 2021
Are teachers just collateral damage?
The government appears to have accepted the risk of some schools still admitting lots of pupils in lockdown, says Michael Tidd
11 January 2021
‘The DfE has been a hindrance every step of the way’
How did we get to the point where teachers have no faith in the DfE? It’s been an ongoing process, says Michael Tidd
4 January 2021
Don’t let the critical voices drag you down
A few vocal critics don’t speak for everyone – the silent majority appreciate all teachers’ hard work, says Michael Tidd
22 December 2020
To parents, an open letter at the end of a hellish year
We’re sorry if you were disappointed by the decisions we took, says Michael Tidd – we were trying to provide the safest, most effective education possible
14 December 2020