Simon Hickton, Author at Cornerstones Education

Simon Hickton

What is the new Ofsted inspection toolkit and what does it mean for primary schools?

By Simon Hickton, CEO, Cornerstones Education The new Ofsted inspection toolkit has arrived. For many of us who’ve led, taught,…

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Ofsted inspections – stuck, secure or strong?

I always try to look for the positives, but sometimes they are hard to find. Another Ofsted ‘consultation’ is upon…

Curriculum News Ofsted
What is test standardisation and why does it matter to schools?

Over the years I have worked extensively to support schools with pupil assessment, tracking and monitoring. I’ve developed numerous assessment…

Curriculum
How to balance knowledge and skills in the primary curriculum

What does it mean to have a good education? Is it a store of useful knowledge or a flexible skillset…

Curriculum General Subject Leadership
Why subject leadership is crucial to the success of your primary curriculum

Subject leadership is a top priority for most primary schools, especially with the demands of the Ofsted inspection framework (2020).…

Curriculum Subject Leadership
Wellbeing in the primary classroom with Adrian Bethune

Caroline talks to Adrian Bethune, a primary teacher, wellbeing expert and author of the award-winning book Wellbeing in the Primary Classroom:…

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