Are schools in deprived areas falling as ‘far behind’ as Ofsted suggest?

Posted by Chris Lincoln
On 22nd June 2018

A recent review from Tes has found that there is a clear correlation between Ofsted ratings and the socio-economic position of an area. It perhaps comes as no surprise that pupils living in the more affluent areas are more likely to go to an outstanding school as rated by Ofsted. Figures obtained and presented by […]

XLR8 Holiday Courses – Could you be the next successful entrepreneur with a Big Idea?

Posted by Chris Lincoln
On 21st June 2018

The six-week summer holidays are a substantial period of time to keep your children active, engaged and free from boredom. Fortunately, a variety of XLR8 holiday courses are taking place across the country that help to bridge the education attainment gap whilst promoting healthy and active lifestyles. All of the course details can be found […]

The children that are “falling through the gaps in the school system”

Posted by Chris Lincoln
On 1st June 2018

More than 3,000 children in care have moved home at least four times in the last two years and almost the same figure have experienced at least five upheavals in the last three years, according to the children’s commissioner’s second annual stability index as reported by The Guardian. The statistics show that such regular changes […]

Evolve join EDUCATE programme

Posted by Chris Lincoln
On 31st May 2018

We are delighted to announce that Evolve have recently been granted a place on the EDUCATE programme. As described on the programme website, ‘EDUCATE is a unique project bringing together entrepreneurs and innovators, with academics, researchers and educators, to deliver world-class EdTech products and services.’ Working with partners such as the British Educational Suppliers Association, […]

More than one child in every Year 6 class recognised as ‘severely obese’, according to new figures

Posted by Chris Lincoln
On 29th May 2018

Just days after it was announced that an average of £2,000 per UK household was required to keep the NHS working productively, staggering new statistics have been presented on childhood obesity. Analysis from the Local Government Association has found that over 22,000 Year 6 children are regarded as ‘severely obese‘, a category measured by a […]

Tax rises possible to support the NHS but could more emphasis be placed on alternative options?

Posted by Chris Lincoln
On 24th May 2018

The NHS funding crisis is not a secret in the United Kingdom, consequently putting the service under severe pressure. 88.5% of A & E patients are treated or admitted within four hours, 6.5% down on the national target. Only 13 out of 133 trusts are above this level. Similarly, the number of patients waiting less […]

How Health Mentors are driving sport participation through school competitions

Posted by Chris Lincoln
On 23rd May 2018

The summer term symbolises an annual component for many primary schools across the country…Sports Day. The agenda for such an event varies in each school with some encouraging healthy competition between ‘houses’ or ‘teams’, whilst others are purely focused on the participation aspect. The diverse nature of Sports Day reflects a long-standing argument for how […]

Take a ride on the Walking Bus

Posted by Chris Lincoln
On 21st May 2018

The roar of car engines; the beeping of horns; the grunts of frustrated drivers in traffic; and not forgetting the damage being done to the environment due to pollution. All of these are synonymous with ‘rush hour’ as parents race to get their children to school before battling their way through traffic to work. But […]

How Jeevan Chagger is developing the fine and gross motor skills of pupils diagnosed with ASD

Posted by Chris Lincoln
On 15th May 2018

West Midlands Health Mentor Jeevan Chagger currently works with students at a special school who have been diagnosed with ASD (Autistic Spectrum Disorder) and part of his work involves developing fine and gross motor skills through sensory circuits. In this blog, Jeevan talks about how he is making a positive impact on the students he is […]

38% rise in primary school children referred for mental health support

Posted by Chris Lincoln
On 14th May 2018

Figures released by 53 of the 66 health trusts who provide mental health support to young people have shown an increase of 38% primary school children referred for such assistance over the past three years, as reported by the BBC. With various issues inside and outside of schools contributing to the steep incline, nearly 19,000 […]

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