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Book cover of “Reforming Lessons: Why English Schools Have Improved Since 2010 and How This Was Achieved” by Nick Gibb and Robert Peal. The cover shows two young boys in red school uniforms smiling and reading a book together at a classroom table. A quote at the bottom from Doug Lemov reads, “Perhaps the most important story in the education sector over the last two decades.” Published by Routledge.

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Some thoughts on Reforming lessons

By Dr Simon Hyde

HMC Chief Executive

A group of four teenage girls sit at home and play a game of cards.

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Play your cards right – the value of strategic...

By Mark O'Brien

HMC Public Affairs Officer (Scotland)

 Two men smiling and shaking hands in front of a banner for ISASA (Independent Schools Association of Southern Africa). The banner features the organisation's logo and slogan promoting quality, values, and diversity.

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Breaking chains, Forging Links, South Africa, September 2025

By Dr Simon Hyde

CEO, HMC

 Image opf Amy Lennon, Y5 Form tutor and MFL, RS, PSHE Lead at Colfe’s Junior School

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‘European’ ‘Day’ of Languages – doing things differently

By Amy Lennon

Y5 Form tutor and MFL, RS, PSHE Lead at Colfe’s Junior School

 Two secondary school students standing in front of a colorful bulletin board with world languages posters. One holds a certificate, the other a medal, both smiling and posing playfully for the camera.

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Languages for a connected future: Building bridges at Freemen’s

By Dr Alicia Palomo López

Head of Languages at City of London, Freemen’s School

 Judith Selves and Abbie Dean today discussing Wollow

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French, Swahili, Minionese – and a dragon

By Judith Selves

Head of languages, culture and linguistics at Windlesham House School

 A woman dressed in a safari-style beige costume with a belt and crossbody bag is performing on stage. Behind her is a large illustrated backdrop of Spain and Portugal labeled “Búsqueda del Tesoro” (Treasure Hunt), decorated with symbols like mountains, a windmill, and footprints. Stage equipment, speakers, and banners for “Joy 4 Kids” are visible around the set.

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Languages for a connected future: Celebrating voices, building bridges

By Alexandra Cazorla Torres

Head of MFL, Bede’s Prep

Five panelists sit on stage during a Hemisphere and Rare event, speaking to an engaged audience about education, equity, and belonging.

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Celebrating ESEA Heritage Month: Building belonging for every student...

By Yasmina Koné

Hemisphere Education Deputy Lead

A smiling male teacher stands beside two students in school uniforms, looking at a laptop together in a classroom or library setting.

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Four key priorities for Scottish teachers starting a new...

By Paul Bisland

Deputy Head at The Glasgow Academy

 Smiling man with short grey hair and glasses, wearing a checked suit jacket, pale shirt, blue jumper and red patterned tie, posed against a plain grey background.

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What’s in a name?

By Dr Simon Hyde

Chief Executive Officer, HMC

 Three women standing and smiling in front of a tall blue banner that reads “HMC Exhibition.” They are wearing lanyards and appear to be at a professional event inside a modern venue.

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Embedding Cultural Awareness in School Leadership and Practice

By Yasmina Koné

Deputy Lead, Hemisphere Education

 A teacher leans over a group of four secondary school girls in navy blue uniforms who are seated at desks in a classroom. The students are focused on writing in notebooks and referring to textbooks. Behind them, a bulletin board displays various educational materials and notices pinned on a bright blue background.

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Gender bias and the study of economics

By Mark O'Brien

HMC Public Affairs Officer (Scotland)