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16/01/2026

Raise grades up to 1.5 in just 10 weeks.

Our recent High-Impact Tutoring webinar was a great success, with strong engagement and very positive feedback from schools.

Hear from Judgemeadow's Pupil Premium Champion, Robyn Mansfield, as she breaks down how high-impact tutoring, when delivered effectively, leads to measurable pupil progress.

▶ Watch the full webinar recording to discover how to structure tutoring for impact and improve attendance and outcomes.

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13/01/2026

What does real impact in education look like?

At Judgemeadow Community College, that means an average GCSE uplift of 1.5 grades in 10 weeks through High-Impact Tutoring.

Join Robyn Mansfield, Pupil Premium Champion, as she shares the practical strategy behind these results – from improving attendance to evaluating value for money.

📆 15 January 2026
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10/03/2025

Behind every great teacher is a lesson they once learned. 🎓 What’s the best teaching advice that changed your approach? Drop it in the comments! 👇https://wix.to/apARZQg

Online teaching is often mistaken for a digital replica of the traditional classroom—a tutor on a screen, running through a lesson plan while students passively listen. But for those who have been in the virtual classroom long enough, it’s clear that this is an entirely different paradigm of edu...

12/02/2025

Every educator has faced the challenge of motivating reluctant learners. Punishment? It doesn’t work. Instead, it’s about trust, encouragement, and the right strategies to spark engagement.

Swipe through for proven strategies to turn disengaged students into motivated learners! 💡✨

📚 What’s worked for you? Drop your best tips in the comments! 👇

26/11/2024

How often do we take a step back and think about the students behind the grades? 🤔 For decision-makers in education, it’s easy to get caught up in metrics, targets, and outcomes—but what about the individuals who are actually experiencing it all?

In this case study, we’re sharing Tom’s story from our Humanise Education series. It’s a reminder that every student has their own unique journey, filled with challenges and triumphs that go beyond what’s written on paper. Let’s not forget the importance of understanding their personal stories - because those stories shape how they engage with their learning.

So, here’s a little reminder: In all the decisions we make, let’s make sure we see the person, not just the grade. 💭

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We believe education is the gateway to solving the world’s most profound challenges. As our CEO and Co-Founder, Daniel Demarmels, who himself navigated learning with dyslexia and ADHD, puts it: “Every problem in the world, from political choices to how we function as a society, to how we can ove...

19/11/2024

How does align with ? And more importantly, how can it support the of persistent back into school life? 🏫✨

We know this is a question many schools are asking. While learners accessing remote education from home are still marked as absent, the real focus lies in accessibility and creating pathways back to consistent, in-person learning.

Explore this in detail in our latest blog 📩

Education, long seen as a keystone of opportunity, is also a bureaucratic balancing act. Nowhere is this more evident than in England’s attendance codes. Among them, Code B—denoting supervised off-site education—has sparked both opportunity and confusion. While online education has become ubiq...

18/11/2024

🌟 Last Friday, we had the privilege of attending the Approved Providers Market Hall Event organised by Local Authorities, a successful event that brought together local schools and approved Alternative Provision providers from across the region. 🌍📚

It was inspiring to see so many dedicated educators and school representatives stopping by our stall to learn about how supports learners through tailored solutions. From meaningful conversations to sharing insights about the needs of local students, the day was a fantastic opportunity to connect with those who share our passion for education.

We’re proud to be an for Manchester, and we’re grateful for the trust placed in us to support learners who need that extra care and flexibility. A huge thank you to the organisers and to everyone who took the time to visit us.

If you're interested to learn more about our AP programme, please visit https://lnkd.in/emC-kJRR 🌟🤝

14/11/2024

📚 Saw this quote from Edutopia - George Lucas Educational Foundation: “If we expect students to be kind, we need to be kind adults. If we expect students to be cooperative, we need to be cooperative adults. If we expect students to be responsible, we need to be responsible adults. Model. Model. Model.” 💡

It’s a simple yet powerful reminder for 🌍: if we want our to reflect certain values, we must first embody them ourselves. At , this philosophy guides everything we do. For our educators, modeling is more than just a method; it’s about becoming active learners of our own teaching 🌱. It’s about staying self-aware and reflective so we can truly lead by example.✨

Here are some of the core and that our Head of Academics 🌟, champions to ensure our facilitators bring this philosophy to life. These guiding principles help our teachers stay , , and attuned to each they support 💪📖💬.

13/11/2024

With improving but still falling short, it’s clear that students in hashtag needs tailored, support. Check out our latest blog which explores how strategies like MTSS, virtual support, and real-time data tracking can make a difference for students at every level of need. 📩 Read the full article for these insights if you’re working to support student attendance and !

We’re excited to be attending an Alternative Provision event organised by the local authority in Manchester, where we’ll be connecting with educators, schools, and local authorities to discuss effective solutions for improving attendance and supporting students who need it most.

MIAPS Approved Providers Market Hall Event
📍 The Hough End Centre Mauldeth Road West Chorlton Manchester M21 7SX
⏰ Friday 15th November 8:00am to 11:00am

If you’re in Manchester, come and see us at the event! Learn about our approach and grab details on our:
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Manchester’s secondary schools have shown modest improvement in attendance, with rates rising to 91.8% and persistent absence falling from 25.7% to 21.9%. Yet nearly a quarter of students still miss significant school time, held back by barriers like economic hardship and mental health issues.Addr...

08/11/2024

📢 Can provision be truly effective for (AP) learners?

It’s a question we often hear from schools and local authorities considering online options. While virtual interactions can’t fully replace the values of in-person learning, they can offer a flexible, cost-effective way to engage and support AP learners—if done thoughtfully.

At , we’ve developed a range of practical strategies to ensure our online provision meets the unique needs of our students. Whether it’s boosting their confidence, bridging knowledge gaps, or preparing them for , we focus on building rapport, adaptive learning plans, and maintaining consistency to foster a safe, supportive, growth-focused environment.

Check out our blog for more insights on how we achieve this. Tell us your thoughts on online provision for AP or .

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At Purple Ruler, we believe education should be as adaptable and diverse as the students it serves. As a leader in Online Alternative Provision, we are committed to reaching every learner who, for one reason or another, cannot thrive in a traditional classroom setting. Our experience has shown that....

28/10/2024

With over 1.6 million pupils in England identified as having , it’s clear the demand for specialist support has never been higher. Yet, as the latest report from the House of Lords Library shows, mainstream schools are stretched beyond capacity.

At Purple Ruler, we’re tackling this head-on with our tailored support for SEND , bridging gaps where resources often fall short. Our flexible, solutions are built for students with needs, helping them engage fully and thrive in an accessible learning environment.

👩‍🏫 Want to see how Purple Ruler can make a difference? We’re offering a free, one-week trial, including up to 18 hours of personalised instruction. Join us in creating a more inclusive and impactful educational experience for every learner.

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The recent publication from the House of Lords Library on special education highlights an urgent issue: the growing demand for support for pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). As of the 2023/24 academic year, over 1.6 million pupils in England were identified with SEND, wit...

25/10/2024

Sharing this as it really resonated—hopefully, it’s a helpful insight for others in the education space. https://lnkd.in/eVTQGA4n

The concept of an “average learner” has always felt outdated, yet we still see many educational models geared toward an imaginary “typical” student.

David Rose and Anne Meyer, the creators of Universal Design for Learning, articulate that diversity in learning styles, strengths, and even challenges is what strengthens us. Forbes recently spotlighted this in a fascinating article, emphasising that effective social-emotional learning (SEL) should not just tolerate differences but embrace them. It’s about moving beyond simply teaching a curriculum to designing experiences that adapt to each student’s social, emotional, and cognitive needs.

One takeaway I found particularly valuable was how inclusive SEL design doesn’t just serve students with neurodivergence; it sets up every learner for success by fostering confidence and autonomy. For instance, Forbes highlights strength-based teaching methods and thoughtfully integrated digital tools that can provide personalised support, all while creating inclusive spaces where every learner feels secure to grow at their own pace. For anyone implementing or considering SEL in classrooms, this feels like an important step forward.

A question to educators: how do you currently tailor SEL to meet diverse needs in your classrooms?