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LEAD IN SCHOOL DRINKING WATER Using information from Environmental Information Regulations it shows that the toxic metal is still being found in water in schools at levels well above the standard of 10 micrograms per litre despite a ban on lead pipes in 1970. In 59 tests in 32 schools over the past decade lead…

AI TEDDIES Technology is now capable of generating customised stories for children including their name, school attended and friends names. Teddy bears could be fitted with this technology. However concerns have been raised about predators hacking into their smart devices and also that for children it could distort a child’s ability to discern between reality…

Ofsted Outstanding schools which have not been inspected for at least three years will be told if they can expect an inspection in next six months by January 2025 or September 2025 (previously they were only told to expect a visit any time before August 2025) Schools will continue to be told of a inspection…

I hope you are enjoying the three Bank Holidays we are having this month. The Summer Term is always a busy one so I am sure you are welcoming these breaks. EFFECTS OF VAPING ON CHILDREN The number of 11-17 year olds vaping has doubled in past two years. 9% of 11-14 year olds have…

Teachers, Lecturers and educational establishments face a large number of often conflicting demands. It is really hard for staff to keep their heads above water. PREFERRED PRONOUNS Recently there has been guidance that teachers will not be required to call children by their preferred pronouns following a meeting of school leaders, governors and lawyers who…

Hi, this is the first blog on my new look website. After 50 years involved in teaching and training, I am making some changes to Behaviour Solutions. One of these changes is that I’m no longer providing in school training (as I spend more time practicing behaviour management techniques with my grandchildren!) However on this…