Principal's Blog
Principal of Dame Allan's Schools, Mr Will Scott, discusses his views on education and current affairs.
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We caught up with our new Principal, Will Scott, as he embarks on his first term at Dame Allan's Schools.
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In his last blog before he retires, Dr Hind reflects on the impacts of the Coronavirus crisis and the ways in which Dame Allan's has risen to the challenge of learning during lockdown.
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Dr Hind outlines some of the small changes the Schools are making to ensure we are as environmentally-friendly as possible.
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Dr Hind discusses the relationship between state and independent education.
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Dr Hind looks at ways Dame Allan’s Schools inspires girls to engage with STEM subjects.
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Our Schools’ ethos is based on a culture of courtesy, consideration and good manners at all times and in all places. Why should that matter?
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As educators, we should look to develop entrepreneurial skills to show students how to realise successful outcomes using initiative, imagination and sound business sense.
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OFSTED shifting its focus from examination results to a wider consideration of all aspects of school life is an important development in how we measure school success.
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