Gains of being a history teacher

Amber Kelly – History Teacher at Putteridge High School in Luton  Why I took part in the HA History Teacher Development Programme  Stepping into the classroom for the first time in September 2020 filled me with fear after not being in school for nearly six months due to the COVID-19 pandemic. After my teacher training was cut short, and with my NQT year being littered … Continue reading Gains of being a history teacher

SEND is everyone’s business — so what does it mean for history teachers?

This article is written by Catherine Priggs, Leadership and Curriculum consultant regarding SEND and history teaching. SEND is something no history teacher can afford to see as a niche issue. Around 40% of pupils will be identified as having special educational needs at some point during their time in school. The number of pupils with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) has grown sharply since … Continue reading SEND is everyone’s business — so what does it mean for history teachers?