The transition from Primary to Secondary School is one of the most significant milestones in a young person’s school life. For some, it is exciting; for others, it may bring uncertainty and insecurity. What is certain is that this is...

Research shows that feedback, when approached thoughtfully, is one of the most powerful tools for learning. Have you ever reviewed your child’s work and wondered how the comments support their learning, or noticed your child pays more attention to the...

Children are up to 20% more engaged when learning outdoors compared to traditional classroom settings! When children step outside, learning stops being something delivered to them. Instead, it becomes something they actively create. Outdoor classrooms are perfect for child-led learning,...

In an international school setting, where students come from a wide range of cultural and linguistic backgrounds, it is especially important that we recognise and nurture those who show high potential and how we can best identify and support that...

So, your child’s school already has a comprehensive, coherent and cohesive curriculum, which you take for granted is underpinned by purposeful CPD; the school generates healthy interest and offers enough opportunities to attract and retain quality teaching staff; there is...

As an EYFS leader, one of the most rewarding parts of my role is witnessing those magical moments when learning “clicks” for a child — when they solve a problem, express an idea, or proudly share something they’ve created. These...

Jon Wayth, Headteacher at ELIS Villamartín, had the opportunity to visit the London headquarters of Pearson, our main examination board for International GCSEs and International A Levels. In London Jon was fortunate enough to meet Jon Wood, who is the...

Have you ever watched a child’s eyes light up the moment something suddenly makes sense? As teachers, those are the moments we strive for – the spark of understanding that fuels confidence and curiosity. But not every child arrives at...

When I first began focusing on oracy in the classroom, I didn’t realise how powerfully it would transform not just how students speak, but how they think. Now, after embedding structured talk and literacy routines across our school at ELIS...