Executive Headteacher. Passionate about reflective practice, closing the gap, EYFS, oracy, books and wild swimming. Views my own. Retweets not endorsements.
Missed this previously (HT to @MaryMyatt): “I know what my friend Tim would have said about the curriculum & assessment review. We talked about the need for it often,” says Mick Waters. And note the ‘forgotten third’ centre-stage … https://t.co/oC8AO5caRK
@Sue_Cowley ...and very good ones too. Got me through my first year of teaching 20 years ago and I'm now recommending it to my teaching students. It's still just as relevant.
@Headteacherchat You sound as if you have plenty of experience, it depends if you want it though. It can take a while to get used to the fact that everything stops with you and sometimes that weighs heavily. If you haven't already done one, I highly recommend doing an NPQH.
#Teachers we have a great opportunity to join our #primaryschool We are in an area of high deprivation in the #londonfringe and are committed to bringing the highest quality of education to our #underserved learners. If this excites you, come and see us.
I like this by @juliangrenier. Lots to consider on how far the evidence for Rosenshine's Principles can stretch in regards to EY.
https://t.co/EByIvpl9yn
Geoff Barton is absolutely on the money in this article on the inspection process - I actually think Ofsted gets it, but does Gillian Keegan and the DfE?
https://t.co/3xrMw87axx
Get the Maths mavericks in your class to engage in #HFLEducation’s Year 5 #MathsChallenge. Energise them with dynamic live rounds and give them the opportunity to apply their mathematics knowledge and teamwork skills.
Learn more: https://t.co/9Qryh0ra4x
#EducationUK
Primary schools! Have you seen this fabulous free event from @BL_Learning & @7Stories? Join their livestreamed workshop to inspire your students to create their own tales. 4 March, 11am–12pm.
Book your free place: https://t.co/1nPe7BLS9J
Posting this again as the fallacy that teachers in disadvantaged schools are not as good is being trotted out again. Spent my career in disadvantaged schools and worked with so many extraordinary teachers, teachers who were properly BOTHERED! https://t.co/w5E0jBrn0p
We are looking for an experienced teacher to join our vibrant, happy school just outside of London. DM me if you'd like an informal chat about the role. https://t.co/6vTZVPwuSL
📝 The headteacher and deputy at the first school revisited under the Ofsted rapid re-inspection system – introduced after Ruth Perry’s death – have resigned, saying the process was still too 'traumatic'
Read more 🔽
https://t.co/fhxHqEjN1w
What a privilege to hear from and speak with @katrionaos this afternoon - I am beyond inspired - "when someone has unwavering belief in you, it is transformational" - as the tik tok kids say - walk don't run to the book shop and buy this absolute belter! @HFL_Education
@Missymusician81@neileley We would welcome your loud music in our school. Take heart, there are leaders out there who really value music and search hard for people like you to champion it.