Tag Archives: practical work

Tackling the NEET Crisis

Posted on June 30, 2026 by Athene Donald

We hear a lot about NEET’s (those not in Education, Employment or Training); they are a major source of concern and form the focus of the recent Milburn Review. His recent, if interim report, has dug down into the characteristics … Continue reading →

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On the Need for Shiny New Facilities

Posted on April 16, 2015 by Athene Donald

I’m off to open a new block at Brighton and Hove Sixth Form College tomorrow. A shiny new building to provide fresh classrooms and additional study space, something many schools would dearly love to have. A decent working environment is … Continue reading →

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What Can You Do in a Minute?

Posted on May 17, 2014 by Athene Donald

Responding to the simplest questions about life as an academic scientist seems to pose me serious problems. I have written before about the difficulty I have in answering the straightforward question ‘who inspired you?’ because I don’t feel as if … Continue reading →

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