Michael Walker

Proud Headteacher | SIAMS Inspector | Passionate about vision-led leadership/personal development | Believer in educating for life in all its fullness

[Michael Walker @HeadHowardSch]

A wonderful performance and lovely to share with grown ups from home!

[Ackworth Howard CofE School @AckworthHoward]

🎶 A huge well done to our Y4 pupils for their wonderful ukulele performance this afternoon! They showcased impressive musical skills, beautiful singing and real confidence in front of their grown-ups. We hope families enjoyed it as much as we did — what a brilliant afternoon!

[Michael Walker @HeadHowardSch]

Such a powerful worship led by our school council. Well done everyone!

[Ackworth Howard CofE School @AckworthHoward]

Our School Council delivered an excellent worship on Faithfulness and Justice, explaining the impact of our solar panels and launching our upcoming No Electricity Day. A powerful reminder that small, consistent choices can make a big difference. 🌍

[Emma Turner FCCT @Emma_Turner75]

There’s a certain irony in a framework that requires schools to understand with forensic precision their context and pupils that then goes on to admit the use of generic statements in report cards.

[Ackworth Howard CofE School @AckworthHoward]

Wonderful Year 2 worship this morning 🌟
Pupils explored justice & responsibility, reflected on figures like Florence Nightingale, and shared powerful learning linked to caring for our world.
So much confidence, knowledge and passion on show. Thank you to families who joined us!

[Ackworth Howard CofE School @AckworthHoward]

We’re Recruiting: Cleaning Assistant

We are looking to appoint a reliable and committed Cleaning Assistant to join our friendly school team.

Full details and how to apply can be found by following the link below.

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[Ackworth Howard CofE School @AckworthHoward]

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[Michael Walker @HeadHowardSch]

Fantastic design skills in our school community!

[Ackworth Howard CofE School @AckworthHoward]

Y3&4 really rose to the design challenge in their Stay & Learn session this morning. We were blown away by the effort and dedication that we have seen - thank you to everyone who took part!

[Ackworth Howard CofE School @AckworthHoward]

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[Ackworth Howard CofE School @AckworthHoward]

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[Michael Walker @HeadHowardSch]

So proud of our school community.

[Ackworth Howard CofE School @AckworthHoward]

A joyful end to term with our Key Stage 2 Carol Service today 🎄

A lovely moment of reflection as we head into the Christmas break.

Wishing all our school family a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! ✨

[Michael Walker @HeadHowardSch]

So proud of our children this week in their amazing performances. Wonderful to welcome so many parents into school.

[Ackworth Howard CofE School @AckworthHoward]

There’s something truly special about watching your child perform in their school Christmas production.
This week’s performances were filled with joy, pride and huge support from families. We are proud of our children and staff. Thank you to everyone who made them so memorable.

[Tom Sherrington @teacherhead]

Teaching is fundamentally upside-down. Ensuring *everyone* succeeds should be the foundation - but it's not! https://t.co/XgATQH65vT via @teacherhead

[school data updates @jpembroke]

*NEW POST* Tracking the progress of pupils with SEND. When it comes to SEND, especially those pupils working below ‘age-related expectations’ we have to be really careful about the data we use.

https://t.co/bz8fP5UXLN

[Michael Walker @HeadHowardSch]

@sheffcath looked amazing at the Light Up Sheffield event last night. Always enjoy visiting the Christmas market this time of year.

[Michael Walker @HeadHowardSch]

Great to be a part of this community service.

[Ackworth Howard CofE School @AckworthHoward]

It was wonderful to see the local schools come together once again for the Ackworth Schools Christmas Service today. Y4 represented The Howard School, singing beautifully and sharing thoughtful prayers. Well done to all the schools.

[Michael Walker @HeadHowardSch]

One of those moments that reminds you why school culture matters.

Joy, togetherness and shared tradition — made with the children, for the children.

A real privilege. 🎁🎄

https://t.co/WqHTLin9Fy

[Ackworth Howard CofE School @AckworthHoward]

A joyful festive day in school! 🎄

A special Christmas gift for our pupils, a delicious Christmas dinner, and Christmas Jumper Day in support of @savechildrenuk 🎁

Wishing all our families a very Merry Christmas filled with happiness and cheer ✨

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[Michael Walker @HeadHowardSch]

This is exactly what we are prioritising in our pedagogical development.
A participation system that ensures all pupils feel seen, valued and able to contribute meaningfully to learning.

[Tom Sherrington @teacherhead]

Systematic inclusion: Is literally everyone thinking, talking, practising, learning? How much does it matter to you? https://t.co/BxTyllMMBh via @teacherhead

[Michael Walker @HeadHowardSch]

So proud of our Wellbeing Ambassadors today. Their pupil-led worship showed real agency, confidence and care for our school community. Their messages about healthy choices and wellbeing are already shaping positive habits across school. 🌿✨

[Ackworth Howard CofE School @AckworthHoward]

Thank you to our wellbeing ambassadors who planned and delivered a wonderful worship today, promoting healthy snacks, highlighting support in school and to showcase their ‘Winter Wellbeing Walk’ that they have also designed in school! #AckworthHowardPSHE #AckworthHowardWellbeing

[Ackworth Howard CofE School @AckworthHoward]

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[Michael Walker @HeadHowardSch]

@tracyswinburne1 @ChatsworthHouse Yes, I think it sold out a while ago. We missed out last year so was really looking forward to it this year. Definitely recommend it for next year though Tracy.

[Michael Walker @HeadHowardSch]

Definitely in the Christmas spirit now after a wonderful visit to @ChatsworthHouse Christmas market. The house looks incredible!!!