04-01-2016

Is technology in schools worth the investment?

Well…No according to an article on the Nesta website, which found that “Schools spent £487 million on ICT equipment and services in 2009-2010.” but it did not show substantial improvements to the learning or attention for students in the same time period. Does this mean that analogue/ traditional teaching resources and tools are just as […]

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09-09-2015

Eastpoint Support Kariandusi School Trust

Once again, Eastpoint are proud to report their contribution to TTS Group’s support of the Kariandusi School Trust, with a donation to the cause in September. Further details about the trust can be found here – www.kariandusi.co.uk

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21-08-2015

Classrooms Of The Future

In the last 100 years, classrooms have been transformed. From the single file, single desk, white walls and brown furniture, to something a lot more child friendly. Colour comes through in everything from tables, to doors, to the stationery used. We can only imagine what the classrooms will be like in another 100 years from now; […]

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12-08-2015

Should teachers relax in classrooms?

We’re not saying that teachers should be sitting back, relaxing during class time, but what if the teachers job was to support the children’s learning by being available during the lesson rather than running it? This concept has been talked about a lot. With the few schools who have adopted this method of teaching, its proven […]

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03-08-2015

Eastpoint’s Charity Of the Month – August 2015

This month, Eastpoint are proud to announce their donation to an excellent cause –  the Prader-Willi Syndrome Association UK. Prader-Willi syndrome (often called PWS) is a complex medical condition that affects both males and females throughout their lives. People with PWS may need extra support with health and development and in the areas of education […]

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19-06-2015

Eastpoint takes the Marshmallow Challenge!

The Eastpoint team stepped out of the daily whirlwind to boost their teamwork & creative skills with the 18 minute Marshmallow Challenge.The challenge involves teams competing to create the tallest self-supporting structure possible out of some basic components (mainly dried spaghetti), topping it with a marshmallow before the time on the clock runs out. Full […]

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15-06-2015

The Sunday Times Festival of Education 2015

Ever considered visiting The Sunday Times Festival of Education? Bringing together the very best of education’s most forward thinking advocates, practitioners of change and policy makers. Debates, discussions, CPD and workshops by the most inspiring, motivational and influential speakers in Education today who will provide thought leadership, challenges to the status quo, practical advice and innovative […]

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08-06-2015

Eastpoint Donate To Nepal

Thousands were killed when the earthquake struck Nepal on the 25th April 2015. Thousands more were injured and tens of thousands became displaced. 2.8 million people are in dire need of humanitarian assistance. Eastpoint are proud to announce by giving through The Grace Trust, over £45,000 has been raised to assist those in need.

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28-05-2015

Eastpoint Win Top Supplier Award

Eastpoint are very pleased to announce their award as The Consortium’s ‘Supplier of the Year’ 2015, after having shortlist nominations for the 2nd year running. The Consortium’s Trading Director John Kershaw and Head of Category Management Dan Baugh presented the award to Eastpoint Director Phil Temple and Field Sales Account Manager Craig Dodsworth. Eastpoint have […]

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