National Writing Day 2019

National Writing Day 2019

National Writing Day is the annual celebration of creative writing, designed to inspire people across the UK to tune into their writing skills. The initiative will be taking place across schools and other educational institutions on the 26th June 2019. It has been...
What Is a Microclimate?

What Is a Microclimate?

Valleys and hills, wind, water, heat, soil type and even buildings can cause the creation of a microclimate, which is classed as a small area with a climate that’s different to locations close by. For example, the Hertfordshire town of Rickmansworth, is known to sit...
Closing the Creativity Gap

Closing the Creativity Gap

Creativity. The spark of inspiration that ignites invention. The place where imagination creates magic and original ideas are born. The beating heart of forward progress in society. The rocket that propels our economy to even greater heights. Creativity is the fuel...
Special Needs Education: Is it Good Enough?

Special Needs Education: Is it Good Enough?

Special needs education has evolved greatly over the years. Today, schools everywhere are becoming more and more accepting and accommodating of people’s differences. Does this mean that those with disabilities and learning impairments now experience a smooth and easy...
Setting Goals: The Pros and Cons

Setting Goals: The Pros and Cons

“If you want to live a happy life, tie it to a goal, not to people or things” – Albert Einstein Setting goals is considered by many to be the secret of productivity. No doubt you have set some for yourself in the past. You may have decided to run a 5K race for a...
Physical Education Must Not Be Marginalised

Physical Education Must Not Be Marginalised

Physical education, also commonly known as P.E, is a twice-weekly lesson that most school pupils are enrolled on. It involves learning gym techniques and participating in certain sports, developing children’s talents in a world that’s becoming increasingly lazy. It...