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High quality interactions in the Early Years - The ShREC approach

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East London Research School: Wednesday Webinars on Vimeo

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The EEF is an independent charity dedicated to breaking the link between family income and educational achievement.

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while the number of teachers in mainstream schools in england has remained relatively steady over the last decade or so

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the number of full-time equivalent tas has more than trebled since 2000: from 79

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700. teaching assistants comprise over a quarter of the workforce in mainstream schools in england: 35% of the primary workforce

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and 14% of the secondary school workforce. the number of full-time equivalent tas has more than trebled since 2000: from 79

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there are currently more tas in english nursery and primary schools than teachers: 273

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900.1 about 7% of tas in state-funded schools have higher-level teaching assistant (hlta) status. a key reason for increasing the number of tas was to help deal with problems with teacher workloads. in 2003

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the government introduced the national agreement to help raise pupil standards and tackle excessive teacher workload

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in large part via new and expanded support roles and responsibilities for tas and other support staff. the growth in the numbers of tas has also been driven by the push for greater inclusion of pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (send) into mainstream schools

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with tas often providing the key means by which inclusion is facilitated. given that sen pupils and low-attaining pupils are more likely to claim free school meals (fsm)1. tas also work more closely with pupils from low-income backgrounds. indeed

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expenditure on tas is one of the most common uses of the pupil premium in primary schools

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a government initiative that assigns funding to schools in proportion to the number of pupils on fsm. a combination of these factors means that schools now spend approximately £4.4 billion each year on tas

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corresponding to 13% of the education budget. this presents an excellent opportunity for improvements in practice

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with such a large and already committed resource in place. the recommendations in this guidance recognise the fact that schools are operating within already tight budgets; however

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noticeable improvements in pupil outcomes can be made through the thoughtful use of existing resources

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Guidance to help primary and secondary schools make the best use of TAs

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A School's guide to implementation - EEF guidance report

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A School's guide to implementation - EEF guidance report

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East London Research School, part of the Research School Network

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The EEF is an independent charity dedicated to breaking the link between family income and educational achievement.

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Here you can find a series of really helpful videos that exemplify evidence informed practices in the classroom. 

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Here you can find a series of really helpful videos that exemplify evidence informed practices in the classroom. 

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Education Policy Institute Annual Report 

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Education Policy Institute Annual Report 

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Foreword & executive summary - Education Policy Institute

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Foreword This year’s annual report on the disadvantage gap in England reveals the enduring and, in some areas, worsening disparities faced by disadvantaged and vulnerable pupils. Almost half a decade on, and we see precious few signs of recovery…Read more Foreword & executive summary ›

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The EEF is an independent charity dedicated to breaking the link between family income and educational achievement.

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Why do the early years matter so much for later life? 

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Why do the early years matter so much for later life? 

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Why do the early years matter so much for later life?

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Early brain development, combined with cascading developmental effects, mean experiences in childhood profoundly shape long-term outcomes

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Centre for Early Childhood. Big change starts small. We’re on a mission to transform society through early childhood.

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A Brighter Start: East London’s Early Years Stronger Practice Hub

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Covering: Barking and Dagenham, Barnet, Brent, Camden, Enfield, Hackney, Haringey, Harrow, Havering, Islington, Kensington and Chelsea, Newham, Redbridge, Tower Hamlets, Waltham Forest, Westminster

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Network meeting 26th January 2026

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NDNA Presentation Maths Champion Programme

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NDNA Presentation Maths Champion Programme

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A Brighter Start SPH Presentation Jan 26  

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A Brighter Start: East London’s Early Years Stronger Practice Hub

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Covering: Barking and Dagenham, Barnet, Brent, Camden, Enfield, Hackney, Haringey, Harrow, Havering, Islington, Kensington and Chelsea, Newham, Redbridge, Tower Hamlets, Waltham Forest, Westminster

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Strategic Lead Network Retro Board 23.02.26

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Strategic Lead Network Retro Board 23.02.26

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Strategic Lead Network Meeting Retro Board 23.02.2026.pptx

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Strategic Leaders Network Meeting 23.02.2026

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Strategic Leaders Network Meeting 18.05.2026

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More information can be found here.

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SKTM Reception Teacher and Teaching Assistant programme:

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SKTM Reception Teacher and Teaching Assistant programme:

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Expression of Interest - 2026/27 SKTM (Reception Teachers) Programme – Fill in form

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Expression of Interest

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Strategic Lead Network Meeting - 14th July 2026

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Strategic Leaders Network 14.07.26 Presentation Slides

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Strategic Leaders Network 14.07.26 Presentation Slides

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Final Strategic Lead Network Meeting - 14th July 2026

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Strategic Leaders Network 14.07.26 Meeting

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Strategic Leaders Network 14.07.26 Meeting