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British school allows slippers

British school allows slippers
1.02.2017

According to BBC a primary school in England has allowed its pupils to wear slippers in class after research suggested it helps them get better grades.

Findern Primary School in Derbyshire has been trialling the idea there are benefits to children’s learning when in a “shoeless” environment.

Professor Stephen Heppell from Bournemouth University said he found children behaved better without shoes.

Prof Heppell researched the topic for more than 10 years in 25 countries.

Shoeless learning has been carried out in schools in Scandinavia and New Zealand and learning centres in other countries.

Mrs Tichener said: “We are noticing that the children seem more relaxed and calmer than usual,” she said.

“We hope that in time we can measure their progress and see if it has made a difference in their achievements.

Why go shoeless in school?

  • Children seem to behave gentler and bullying is reduced.
  • Noise is reduced.
  • It’s more hygienic – carpets are cleaner and reduced wear and tear on furniture.
  • Children are more willing to sit on floors and soft furnishings creating more space for collaboration, presentation, role play.
  • Teachers do not end up in conflict about the “right kind” of shoes.
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