A fresh idea for learning environments

A fresh idea for learning environments

Dec 11, 2013 | Blog, Education

From early nights to breakfast cereals, we’re constantly searching for new ways to sustain alertness and concentration of children throughout the school day. Yet, as a teacher recently mentioned to one of our design team, the ‘2pm slump’ can affect children’s...
The Academies Show

The Academies Show

Nov 25, 2013 | Blog, Education

On Wednesday, 27th November, The Academies Show will be taking place at the Birmingham NEC. As of 1st November 2013 there are 3,444 schools that have achieved academy status enabling them to take independent decisions regarding the management of, amongst other things,...
The Countryside Effect

The Countryside Effect

Nov 19, 2013 | Blog, Education

Professor Aric Sigman has demonstrated that exposure to the natural environment provides children with a welcome break from the arresting effect of technology, allowing them to “attend without paying attention” as they explore their surroundings. Though their...
A nursery space that grows with your school

A nursery space that grows with your school

Oct 31, 2013 | Blog, Education

According to the Local Government Association, almost half of English school districts will have a shortage of primary places by 2015, threatening to raise an even bigger challenge for parents hoping to secure their child a space at their ‘first-choice’ primary...