by Paul Rhodes | Aug 2, 2025 | Uncategorised
It’s important to me to sometimes shut out the political noise and just track the coalface of what we do at NWB alternative provision. I consider myself knowledgeable in education. A qualified teacher. Celebrating 35 years actually- eek! I’ve survived 20 education...
by Paul Rhodes | Jul 10, 2025 | Uncategorised
Beautiful outside surroundings of forest and farm in the depths of the rambling countryside of Hampshire. It is our USP ( unique selling point) we provide education through hands on activities, through curiosity, discovery and child led learning. However we have more...
by Paul Rhodes | Jun 2, 2025 | Uncategorised
Interacting with animals can trigger the release of hormones like oxytocin, which have calming and stress-reducing effects. Other “happy hormones,” like serotonin and dopamine, are also released, contributing to improved mood and reduced anxiety. Reduced...
by Paul Rhodes | May 15, 2025 | Uncategorised
It is why we can be individual, focused and creative! So when our fantastic DT instructor passed his 6th month probation we were all celebrating. 🥳 🎉Having an AP with a very well resourced design technology department is incredibly exciting. Philip is a real creative!...
by Paul Rhodes | May 5, 2025 | Uncategorised
At NWB when we plan out projects they can all be of varying time scales. This week being 3 days it was a good to have a swift and welcoming challenge. With wild garlic growing in abundance on the Rotherfield estate we went on an explore of our beautiful community....
by Paul Rhodes | May 2, 2025 | Uncategorised
Since 2010 the number of teachers in our schools has increased by 28,000 – but just 533 of those are men. It’s not a surprise as I’ve experienced this in schools and education for a long time (30years plus- eek!) Even when at college, my teaching degree was...
