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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)

 A weathered terracotta sculpture of Zeus and Ganymede, both draped in robes. The man holds the woman closely, and she cradles a small child or animal figure. The statue shows signs of damage and age, with visible cracks and missing fragments, suggesting antiquity. Displayed in a glass museum case under spotlighting.

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Stories, statues and the students who need them

By George Johnson

Teacher of Classics at Leicester Grammar School Trust

 A diverse group of six female students in school uniforms, gathered around a tablet and smiling. Each student is wearing a blazer with a striped shirt and a different coloured tie and pocket square, suggesting house or group distinctions. They are seated and standing in a wood-panelled library with shelves of books in the background.

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Why is learning enhancement needed in a high achieving...

By Anastacia Johnson

Learning Enhancement Teacher and Specialist Assessor at Wycombe Abbey

 A diverse group of seven smiling young adults standing close together outdoors, holding a rainbow Pride flag. They appear joyful and united, symbolizing LGBTQ+ pride, inclusivity, and friendship.

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Making moments: meaningfully representing LGBTQ+ identities

By William Howell-Harte

Head of PSHE, Alleyn's School