Insights

Shrewsbury School Named in EdTech50 2025: A Celebration of Innovation and Partnership

Shrewsbury School has been named one of the UK’s EdTech50 Schools for 2025, recognised for its pioneering approach to digital learning and AI education. As proud partners, we at SchooliP are delighted to support their journey through our whole-school improvement platform – helping leaders and staff embed innovation, reflect on practice, and continuously grow.

Beyond the Classroom Door: The Shift to Developmental Monitoring in Education

For decades, the bedrock of teacher monitoring in education has been the traditional lesson observation. A leader sits at the back of the classroom, meticulously recording a commentary of the lesson, noting strengths and areas for development, before delivering feedback that can often feel like a judgment rather than a guide. While well-intentioned, this model frequently fails to capture the full picture of a teacher's practice and can foster anxiety rather than growth.

Coaching for Growth: How SchooliP Aligns with Modern Coaching Models for School Improvement

The landscape of professional development in education is undergoing a significant change. Traditional, top-down appraisal processes are increasingly being replaced by more dynamic, supportive, and growth-oriented coaching models. These models, such as GROW, OSCAR, CLEAR, and GREAT, empower educators to take ownership of their development, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Embedding Professional Growth into the DNA of School Improvement

When professional development is collaborative, ongoing, and aligned to school priorities, it drives improvement across the board. Discover how coaching, lesson visits, and platforms like SchooliP can embed growth into your school’s culture, and make improvement everyone’s responsibility.

Creating a Culture Where Teachers Ask for Lesson Observations

Lesson observations shouldn’t feel like a performance. Discover how schools can create a culture where staff request feedback, reframing visits as shared learning opportunities that build trust, confidence, and professional growth.

Designing CPD for ‘New to SEND’ Teachers

Teachers transitioning from mainstream to SEND need more than generic training. Discover how tailored CPD, skilled mentoring and context-specific content can boost confidence, retention, and long-term impact in specialist classrooms.