The Circle (OCL Blog)

Is your child attending an Oasis school? Or are you interested in the work we do? Whatever the case may be, there is so much to learn about Oasis? This blog will take you on a journey around Oasis and go through everything you need to know.

In aid of National Poetry Day, we ran a National OCL Poetry Competition inviting all students from across our 52 academies to submit their poems. We're absolutely delighted to share with you the following winners from Primary and Secondary! 

It’s undeniable that the internet can provide an incredible opportunity for learning and exploration. Even though the positives are plentiful, as a parent, you’re bound to have e-safety on the mind. Here are Oasis Community Learning’s top tips for internet safety.

In a post-lockdown world, schools won’t look the same as how our children left them. So, what can we do to help them return to school successfully? Here are some ideas to use that will help your children feel ready to go back to school.

Are you nervous about results day this year? Are you nervous on behalf of someone else getting their results? We have some great advice for looking after yourself during this stressful period, and how to manage those anxieties. 

The current circumstances we’re all experiencing have changed our reality in so many ways. But how do we maintain a sense of team, a sense of comradery, when we are in a position where we might not see our teammates as much anymore? This article will go through a list of fun, group activity ideas to stay connected and boost morale.

Taking those first steps towards writing a story can be fun, but it can also be a challenging activity. This blog will go through six great tips for writing an exciting story.

As we enter another week in lockdown, finding activities to keep busy and to fulfil those longings for travel, theatre, trips and the arts can be tough. Never fear – we have a list of over 35 virtual tours and trips you can take from the comfort of your homes.

Whether you are a parent or student, adjusting to the change of home learning can be quite a challenge. These are unpredictable times for everyone, so with this in mind we have gathered seven tips to ensure you are making the most out of the current predicament. Hopefully, some of the advice below will help.

As we move into another month, and carry on another week in lockdown here in the UK, keeping motivation to keep busy and practice self care might be slipping. Or perhaps you're just running out of ideas of things to do to keep busy at home! 

We've put together a list of 30 things you can do this April; let's stay strong together and welcome Spring into our hearts this April (even if we are inside!)