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@karenhead.bsky.social

A very happy primary Headteacher 🌟Mum🌟Wife🌟loves travelling

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Really interesting piece 😊

05.12.2025 22:13 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Our attendance is good but the new AI generated target makes it clear that it’s still not good enough. Did anyone get told they were top of their similar schools???

04.12.2025 22:24 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

I can still remember crying as a child when my dad said we could only go as far as Green Gable πŸ˜†

27.11.2025 20:40 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

These are great!

25.11.2025 22:02 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Agree! I’m in every morning so there is a DSL and first aider. The breakfast club staff are just part of the picture.

20.11.2025 19:56 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Focus on curriculum reform with the Education Secretary The Education Secretary answers your questions on curriculum reform.

In case you missed it: The Education Secretary is holding a live online event at 4:15pm on Wednesday 12 November, where she will discuss the Curriculum and Assessment Review and the government’s response.

www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/focus-on-c...

09.11.2025 16:09 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 5    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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β€˜Environmental catastrophe’ fears as millions of plastic beads wash up on Camber Sands Southern Water is being investigated amid concerns the spill could have dire impact on rare sea life

www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025... This is just horrendous. An environmental disaster.

08.11.2025 21:23 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 5    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

It really doesn’t look like November- how warm was it?

08.11.2025 18:08 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Hope you have a brilliant day!

07.11.2025 22:59 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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With fireworks!

06.11.2025 00:22 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Supporting Recently Diagnosed Autistic Teens
YouTube video by Pooky Knightsmith: Neurodivergence & Mental Health Supporting Recently Diagnosed Autistic Teens

New Video: Supporting Recently Diagnosed Autistic Teens

youtu.be/AlokY5n-okQ?...

Please watch and share

03.11.2025 18:28 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

I am in an almost identical situation - I also can’t see a way to solve it. Every option means somebody not getting what they need.

02.11.2025 20:24 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0
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When we understand what makes a child feel safe, we can help them gradually widen that sense of security. Download this simple resource and supporting notes to explore safe people, places, and activities with anxious children.

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Helfpul? Please share

29.10.2025 08:18 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

I think our bodies know it’s half term and we have time to be unwell! Hope it doesn’t last long 😊

26.10.2025 20:59 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

That is exactly how I feel today πŸ˜†

25.10.2025 13:49 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

One day to go and we get to rest! 😍

23.10.2025 20:39 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

I remember the excitement of getting a blackboard that rolled so I could have my next lesson ready and sometimes even with coloured chalk!

21.10.2025 19:16 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

They are brilliant!

18.10.2025 07:09 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

I thought exactly the same thing πŸ˜‚

17.10.2025 21:01 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

@moderncassie.bsky.social Really enjoyed your inclusion session last Friday - so much to think about thank you! 😊

14.10.2025 19:09 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Kids playing at the Iglesia de Jesus, Tercer Orden, #merida. Like many churches in Yucatan, it is unquestionably beautiful … and built from stones pulled from Maya structures, an attack on Maya culture, pure and simple. How should we look at these structures today? #hiddenspots

11.10.2025 18:20 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

The HMI at our HT conference yesterday described it as being useful in post 16 settings that might cover more than one site.The nominated person would be able to arrange the logistics of the timetable etc.

11.10.2025 09:47 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

I woke up school morning time and then went back to sleep - bliss! Enjoy your day

11.10.2025 08:33 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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DOWNLOAD: The Sensory Audit Checklist for Teachers | Pooky Knightsmith Get more from Pooky Knightsmith on Patreon

Free audit checklist to help you identify and fix the sensory barriers to learning: www.patreon.com/posts/downlo...

Please share (and feedback)

10.10.2025 05:20 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

This is one I remember from my childhood. I loved the slate piles towards the top. Beautiful photos 😊

04.10.2025 17:41 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Hope that’s going on your wall - it’s a keeper! 😊

03.10.2025 20:34 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Mine too

03.10.2025 17:56 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

I love that walk 😊

02.10.2025 18:14 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

I think it’s to do with the wind …

26.09.2025 18:29 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
7 Quick Wins for EBSA: Morning Anxiety Join Pooky Knightsmith for 7 practical strategies to support children struggling with morning anxiety - no extra workload required.

Apologies to anyone who hit the "sold out" page on my (free) webinar earlier today

I've just upgraded my Zoom license and released more tickets. If you missed out before, you can grab a spot now.

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18.09.2025 11:39 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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