I suspect they'll end up here, seems to be the way of things.

Might give it another go. I found it hard to navigate the app when I tried. But if others enjoy it maybe a bit of perseverance will help.

So far it seems as usable as the other place, the last alternative app I tried was mastodon, and I couldn't get my head round that one.

Retention - far too many folks leaving. I guess by increasing non contact time and decreasing class sizes to combat workload.

Recruitment - invest in increasing the workforce, look at how private companies attract the top grads for ideas. Advertise, engage more.

PFI - pay off thos contracts.

I agree, Centralised resources a) can create laziness, where teachers will not even look at a less before they teach it. B) not ever teacher delivers in the same style and it's impossible to cater for all.