Teach Secondary Issue 13.6

2 Ideas worth sharing The 100 Ideas series offers teachers practical, easy-to-implement strategies and activities for the classroom. Each title is authored by an expert in their field who is passionate about sharing best practice with their peers. 100 Ideas for Secondary Teachers: Supporting Students with ADHD , from experienced teacher and ADHDWise (adhdwise.uk ) founder Jannine Perryman, is packed with evidence-based, tried and tested strategies for supporting neurodivergent learners, as well as those they share a classroom with. Save 30% on this series and more in the Bloomsbury Education Back to School Sale – visit bloomsbury.com/B2Ssale for more details. Ends 30th September. 3 Literary inspiration Bring your pupils, teachers and librarians closer to the award-winning and groundbreaking books from publisher, Hachette Children’s Group with: • Free curriculum-linked resources • Both new and well-loved books • Contact with authors for events at your school Our extensive range spans fantastic non-fiction to well-loved authors, including Cressida Cowell, Kes Gray, David Almond, Patrice Lawrence and Matthew Syed. Did you know that schools also receive a 30% discount when they buy directly from us? Find out more at hachetteschools.co.uk 1 Resit success Have you thought about how to support students who didn’t make the grade this summer? Absence rates were high during the last academic year. Many students missed out on crucial components of their KS4 studies, with some students failing to achieve the grades they needed to access courses or careers. At Academy21, post-16 students can prepare for their GCSE resits in our safe online environment, away from the stigma of joining younger year groups, while continuing with their further learning or vocational studies. If you’re interested in learning how Academy21 can benefit your students, improve their grades in core subjects and meet their goals, then speak to our team today – contact@academy21.co.uk or visit academy21.co.uk What’s New? Our pick of the latest solutions and innovations for secondary education Unlock your potential The History Teacher Development Programme is an online course aimed at teachers who want to refocus their attention on teaching ambitious and rigorous history. Guided by seven expert mentors, you’ll explore six modules through webinars and readings: aims and challenges; building knowledge; progression; teaching the medieval world; the British Empire; and professional development. Over the eight- week course you’ll build a portfolio of self-directed tasks that connect what you’ve learnt to your classroom. Engage with mentors and peers nationwide, gain insights from experts and rediscover the joy of teaching history. Empower yourself to excel and inspire your students by visiting history.org.uk/go/HTDP or by calling 0300 100 0223 . The thrill of learning Mount Cook Adventure Centre is a unique venue for exciting residentials designed to boost independence, confidence and communication among secondary school students. Tucked away in a disused quarry, your students will be surrounded by untouched nature and get to experience a variety of activities, including abseiling, zip wire, rock climbing on real rock and more. Combine education and adventure with Mount Cook’s highly trained activity staff, who will get the very best out of your students through in-depth reviews and highly engaging sessions. Get in touch with their friendly team to discuss your trip objectives today! Visit mountcook.uk or contact 01629 823 702 . 4 5 teachwire.net/secondary PA R T N E R C O N T E N T 80