Waves: Making the Invisible Visible in a Bowl of Water

Waves: Making the Invisible Visible in a Bowl of Water

Waves: Making the Invisible Visible in a Bowl of WaterSarah Kennett
Published on: 09/09/2026

Watch invisible waves become visible in a bowl of water. A hands-on way to measure frequency, wavelength and wave speed for the exam.

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Density: Why the Stone Sinks and the Apple Doesn't

Density: Why the Stone Sinks and the Apple Doesn't

Density: Why the Stone Sinks and the Apple Doesn'tSarah Kennett
Published on: 02/09/2026

Drop a stone and an apple in water: one sinks, one floats. A required practical for measuring mass, volume and density of regular solids, irregular solids and liquids using kitchen scales and a measuring jug.

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Why belonging matters as much as revision technique

Why belonging matters as much as revision technique

Why belonging matters as much as revision techniqueSarah Kennett
Published on: 31/08/2026

New government research links how much pupils feel they belong at school to their GCSE results, with a gap of a full grade between those who do and those who don't. SEND, disadvantaged, and female students report the lowest ratings.

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The government wants your view on EOTAS and EHCPs, and it's worth ten minutes of your time

The government wants your view on EOTAS and EHCPs, and it's worth ten minutes of your time

The government wants your view on EOTAS and EHCPs, and it's worth ten minutes of your timeSarah Kennett
Published on: 27/08/2026

The Department for Education is consulting on changes to Education Otherwise Than at School (EOTAS), and it matters even if your child is currently fine in mainstream school.

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