Aiming High

This book draws on the authors' research and practical experience to demonstrate what can be done to raise attainment, especially of pupils from culturally diverse backgrounds. The book contains tried and tested strategies for:
• Inducting asylum seekers
• Supporting bilingual learners
• Working with gypsy and traveller children
• Raising the attainment of black boys
• Working with parents and the local community.

The book contains lesson activities, suggestions for improving your teaching skills, case studies and activities for professional reflection.

“This book is a comprehensive toolkit for every school that has children from minority ethnic groups. The authors have compiled together in a single volume practical tips, moving anecdotes and simple strategies for tackling the issue of low achievement in ethnic minority children.”
Dr Musharraf Hussain, Principal of Nottingham Islamia School