ISC Daily News Summary

ISC Daily News Summary 22 January 2020

Report suggests 'relaxed discipline' is key to independent school pupils' success

Independent sector

According to a new report published by the Sutton Trust, a "relaxed" approach to discipline in independent schools gives pupils the confidence to succeed in later life. By Catherine Lough, Tes.


Findings suggest more than a third of students are unsatisfied with school careers support

General education

A report from the Education and Employers charity has found 35 per cent of pupils reported a lack of adequate careers advice at their schools. By Amy Gibbons, Tes.

BBC News reports on the "disconnect" between the career aspirations of young people and the types of jobs available, as highlighted in the study. By Katherine Sellgren.


Study finds young people are aspiring to traditional jobs, despite technological advances

General education

Young people are favouring traditional occupations over digital jobs despite changes to the world of work, according to a report from the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development. By Eleanor Busby, The Independent.


SEND pupils set to benefit from pioneering edtech trials

SEND

The universities, science, research and innovation minister Chris Skidmore is expected to announce new trials of pioneering technology designed to help pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in the classroom. By Dave Speck, Tes.


'How schools can open up arts opportunities to pupils with SEND'

SEND

Tes features an article outlining ways schools can widen access to the arts for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities. By Tom Proctor-Legg and Miranda Millward.


New guidelines introduced to better protect children from online harms

Child welfare

The Information Commissioner's Office is to introduce new guidelines to prevent social media networks from exposing children to content that glorifies self-harm or suicide. By Tom Knowles and Oliver Wright, The Times.


'Things to consider before applying to an overseas school'

International education

Tes features an article offering advice to teachers looking to work in an international school. By Grainne Hallahan. The article references the Council of British International Schools.


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