Chris Kirk

Experienced education leader, Director CJK Associates

[Chris Kirk @chrisjameskirk]

In our final blog for Autumn 2022 #schooltrustcentralservices we address the 'shared services frustration equation' and conclude with the key steps to take to unlock individual passion and create supportive central services.

https://t.co/8oFxr3oTPt

[Chris Kirk @chrisjameskirk]

This is really excellent feedback to have from West Sussex County Council, well done to all @Bromcom ! Loving a Census is a tough challenge :-)

[Bromcom @Bromcom]

“Thanks to @Bromcom MIS, this was, from the Local Authority perspective, the best October census experience I’ve ever had (I’ve done this for 10 years) and we are loving it! This is due to the close working relationships between Schools, @Bromcom and the Local Authority.”

[Bromcom @Bromcom]

“Thanks to @Bromcom MIS, this was, from the Local Authority perspective, the best October census experience I’ve ever had (I’ve done this for 10 years) and we are loving it! This is due to the close working relationships between Schools, @Bromcom and the Local Authority.”

[Chris Kirk @chrisjameskirk]

Looking forward to sharing our research Tom, and to learning about the changes you have made at @EducationEACT and from @graham_feek @GreenwoodAcad . Hope people can come join us in ICC Hall 11a at 2.35 @CSTvoice #belonging

[Chris Kirk @chrisjameskirk]

"Successful change to school trust operating models" Our new report is available to @CSTvoice members here https://t.co/2L14B2YBXD. We'll discuss it with @TomCampbell111 and @graham_feek at CSTAC2023. Report highlights for CST non-members here https://t.co/UPMIW0B2Rf

[Chris Kirk @chrisjameskirk]

@nickymurdochMBE @isueliburd @InclusiveAwards @alisonKayBrown @NHSArmedForces @Cobseo @T0M_F0X @davidhopalong @JohnnyMercerUK @VeteransGovUK @LGBTVetReview Congratulations Nicky, and very well deserved ! x

[Luminosa @luminosamusic]

On this day in 1915, the wonderful All-Night Vigil by Rachmaninov was first performed. And on Saturday evening in Odiham we are performing it for you! 🎶 A few tickets are still available here https://t.co/svfqSOe79O

[Luminosa @luminosamusic]

Our rehearsal this week was led by the wonderful Jonny! Here’s a little taster of our tenors and basses practising their Rachmaninov part 🎶

Want to hear more? Book your tickets via TicketSource: https://t.co/svfqSOe79O

Sponsored by @hattingleywines
Supporting @FountainCentre

[Luminosa @luminosamusic]

Four weeks to go until our concert! It’s going to be truly magical - get your tickets here https://t.co/rG69mHdVnU or via the QR code on our posters or from a member - demonstration below! See you soon 🎶😊🎶🍷🎶

[Chris Kirk @chrisjameskirk]

Playing with GPT3 AI for the first time. It recommends a 10-15% increase for starting teacher pay (GTP3's answers to my q's are in green below). Let's do it! :-)

[Chris Kirk @chrisjameskirk]

"It’s essential we listen to people who will be using the service!"
A framework for introducing central services into a school group.
https://t.co/e308MO9w3a
Thanks to many colleagues inc. @MoreMorrow @RowenaHackwood @TomCampbell @CSTvoice for the life lessons that shaped this

[Chris Kirk @chrisjameskirk]

@luminosamusic @farnhammaltings Caption competition: “Watch me for phrase ending please..”

[Chris Kirk @chrisjameskirk]

That moment when you paste in new source data and your spreadsheet reacts like a pampered football striker 😂😱

[Chris Kirk @chrisjameskirk]

https://t.co/uzsWTZKPpJ

Part 6 of CJK Associates Autumn 2022 blog series #schooltrustcentralservices explains how design principles provide a 'star to steer by' when you make crucial decisions about your school group's services.

[Chris Kirk @chrisjameskirk]

@luminosamusic @JoeChalmers_ @farnhammaltings Umm @luminosamusic that's 27th November I think ! Will be amazing to sing with @JoeChalmers_ , with or without the hat :-)

[Chris Kirk @chrisjameskirk]

In this week's blog in our #schooltrustcentralservices series: an operating model and tips on how to review it.

Draws on wisdom from @RowenaHackwood @alex_crossman @MoreMorrow @TomCampbell111 @CSTvoice @Ambition_Inst + too many others for twitter length!
https://t.co/9XKYb1Vqmc

[Chris Kirk @chrisjameskirk]

@LeoraCruddas Congratulation Leora, amazing work

[Chris Kirk @chrisjameskirk]

Evolution and revolution : inflexion points in the growth of school groups. Part 4 of our Autumn blog on central services in school groups is out now! #growth #school #leadership #multiacademytrusts #operationalexcellence

https://t.co/zSaCPePSOG

[Luminosa @luminosamusic]

Our second pianist on 27th Nov is…Adam Blosse! Catch him on insta (adamblosse) - as you can see he’s certainly dramatic enough for #brahmsrequiem!

[Chris Kirk @chrisjameskirk]

@TomCampbell111 @EducationEACT Great work all at EACT !