ISC Daily News Summary

ISC Daily News Summary 29 May 2018

Headteacher says educating boys and girls together will aid equality drive

Independent sector

The headteacher of Eltham College, Guy Sanderson, writes in The Sunday Times saying the school will become co-educational from 2020 to enable boys and girls to learn from each other with equal access and opportunities to develop their potential. The paper also features a news story on the subject.


Four men share experiences of boarding school scholarship scheme for disadvantaged children

Social mobility

Four men who secured places at Rugby School through an Eastside Young Leaders Academy scheme for disadvantaged young people reflect on their experiences. By Anthony Wright and Tom Barnes, The Sunday Times.


What to consider when choosing the best university for you

Higher education

The Guardian details six steps to consider when choosing the right university for you. By Abby Young-Powell.


Could there be another change to GCSE maths?

Examinations

Tes asks whether further reforms to GCSE maths could be made, concluding that more changes would be unhelpful. By Ann Mroz, Tes' editor.


School replaces entrance exams with puzzles to combat excessive tutoring

Independent sector

Wimbledon High School is to introduce a new admissions process, replacing entrance exams with a series of challenges similar to those seen in The Crystal Maze. Article quotes Jane Lunnon, the school's headmistress. By Sian Griffiths, The Sunday Times.


Neuroscientist says swearing is part of children’s social development

Teaching and learning

Neuroscientist Emma Byrne will this week tell an audience at Cheltenham Science Festival, which takes place at Cheltenham Ladies’ College, to talk honestly to pupils about swearing to help them understand how it affects others. By Jonathan Leake, The Sunday Times. Also reported by Tes and The Independent.


T-level colleges and providers revealed

Further education

The Government has revealed the 52 colleges and post-16 providers in England which will offer new technical qualifications called T-levels. BBC News. Also reported by The Independent.


Research reveals primary school obesity rates

Child welfare

Analysis from the Local Government Association has found that more than 22,000 children leave primary school severely obese. By Eleanor Busby, The Independent. Also reported by The Times.


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