In this fallen world, I suspect we will never achieve perfection. But that won't stop me trying.

I am delighted by the support I have received from colleagues. It reflects the optimistic message that I've been putting forward.

Proper history teaching is being crushed under the weight of play-based pedagogy which infantilises children, teachers and our culture.

It's critical that children spend time before they arrive in school in a warm, attractive and inclusive environment, where they can learn through play, master social skills and prepare for formal schooling.

The challenges facing Britain required not just a cool head, but a heart burning with the desire for change - not business as usual but a bold vision.

I think more and more respect has been accorded to teachers, and quite rightly so.

One of the things I know about the European Union is that the European Union can destroy jobs.