Category Archives: Rules

In Defiance of Compliance

Posted on November 10, 2016 by suecowley

Speaking as a parent, instead of as a teacher, I can see that the vast majority of school rules are eminently sensible – they are based around either learning, or the health and safety of children and teachers. If you … Continue reading →

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Suffer the Consequences

Posted on June 3, 2015 by suecowley

In life, as in school, there are consequences for the wrong kind of behaviour. Or at least there are if you get caught. Imagine this: you’re driving along the motorway and for once it is empty. The weather is good, … Continue reading →

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When I’m Not in the Room

Posted on March 24, 2014 by suecowley

MCQ 1. The word ‘obedience’ is … (a) indicative of an old-fashioned, paternalistic attitude to children;                                           (b) a missed … Continue reading →

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