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New Directions Education beats the World Record hosting the biggest ever sign language lesson

22nd March 2021

More than 2,700 pupils and teachers from Wales, England and even the Czech of Republic, joined a free online sign language lesson organised by New Directions Education last week (March 18th) and unofficially beat the current world record by 88%. The lesson, which was held during Sign Language Week, was delivered to pupils, their teachers […]

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Schools, businesses and individuals invited to take part in Biggest Ever Online Sign Language Lesson

8th March 2021

New Directions Education to teach a class of thousands during Sign Language Week Schools, businesses and individuals are being invited to take part in one of the biggest online sign language lessons ever held during Sign Language Week 2021. New Directions Education already has more than 3,000 attendees signed up to its Biggest Ever Online […]

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93% of education professionals believe they should be prioritised for Covid-19 vaccine

15th January 2021

And over a third say they should be in the same category as over 80s and keyworkers More than 93% of headteachers, teachers and education support staff believe they should be listed in the priority list for a Covid-19 vaccine, with 42% claiming they should be categorised with the over 80s and key workers. Currently, […]

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New Directions Christmas Food Bank Match

21st December 2020

In response to the increased need for food bank donations across the country, New Directions introduced its Christmas Food Bank Match Appeal, and invited its clients and staff to tag or send in photos of their food bank parcels, to be ‘matched’ by an additional donation from New Directions. Customers from all companies within the […]

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Hot tips for NQTs

18th December 2020

We asked Victoria and Phoebe if they had any hot tips to share with fellow NQTs ahead of the new school year. Phoebe says “Congratulations! You’ve made it into the best profession in the world. Don’t be afraid to ask for support and keep educating future generations.” Victoria gave some of her top tips for […]

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What you can expect as an NQT

Making the transition from being a student to an NQT is a step that teachers whilst on supply, can feel overwhelming. We believe that the best tips and advice come from those who have experienced it themselves. NQTs Phoebe and Victoria both worked with New Directions Education on a supply basis during their NQT years […]

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How to Manage Stress as a Teacher

30th November 2020

Like any job, teachers face their fair share of stressful challenges. In fact, in 2019 72% of education professionals described themselves as stressed. No matter the source of your stress, we’ve collected a variety of different techniques to help you get yourself back on track. 1. Work out your priorities Keep a list and make each task possible. If […]

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Anti-Bullying Week

16th November 2020

Anti-bullying week is an annual event, organised by the Anti-Bullying Alliance (ABA), to help schools raise awareness with children on the significance and lasting impact being bullied has on the victims. This year’s theme is United Against Bullying. Which was derived from the help of over 300 young people and 100 teaching staff in the […]

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Your First Day Checklist

27th October 2020

As you begin your teaching journey, it’s normal to feel both nervous and excited before you start your first day. There are lots to do and think about on the lead up to the big day to make sure it goes as smoothly as possible, so to help alleviate some of your nerves we’ve created […]

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New Directions Education beats the World Record hosting the biggest ever sign language lesson

Schools, businesses and individuals invited to take part in Biggest Ever Online Sign Language Lesson

93% of education professionals believe they should be prioritised for Covid-19 vaccine

New Directions Christmas Food Bank Match

Hot tips for NQTs

What you can expect as an NQT

How to Manage Stress as a Teacher

Anti-Bullying Week

Your First Day Checklist

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