@mrsmcgra.bsky.social
School Improvement lead at Strive4 Academy Trust
🎙️ A brilliant morning recording the first Strive4 Thinkers Podcast!
Our children never fail to impress — confident, thoughtful & showing fantastic memory and recall.
Pupil voice matters. Giving them the platform to reflect, share & shine builds skills for life.
#Strive4Thinkers
Teaching is more than a career — it’s a journey that shapes lives, including your own.
If you’re considering it… take the step. You won’t regret it.
Get in touch to find out more or to organise a visit.
But the real reasons go deeper. It’s about the privilege of building lasting relationships with children and their families, being part of a school community that feels like a second home, and embracing lifelong learning where every day brings something new.
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Why become a teacher?
For me, it wasn’t just a job — it was in my blood. Surrounded by 13 family members in education, it felt like a natural calling.
The Gov website lists great reasons:
🖋️ Make a difference
🖋️ Be creative
🖋️ Career progression
🖋️ Pay, pensions & holidays
www.linkedin.com/posts/amanda...
It's always a pleasure to spend time delving into @steplab.bsky.social with the Staff at @strive4.bsky.social.
Are you interested in becoming a Teacher?
Take a look at the opportunities available to train with @strive4.bsky.social and @teachfirst.bsky.social 🌟📚🏫
As I facilitate the @bestpractice.bsky.social
Senior Leader final event in just two days, I am fascinated by the differences between cohorts. Despite the same activities, studies, and experiences, each group interprets and understands them in unique ways. #NPQF2F
"Organisational Effectiveness"
Exploring the many aspects of leadership, and discussing key skills and behaviours necessary for success.
@bestpractice.bsky.social
#NPQFTF
@strive4.bsky.social
At @strive4.bsky.social , we are always looking for ways to not only recruit the right people—ensuring our children receive the very best teaching—but also to retain and develop them throughout their careers. #Inductionisjustthestart
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This morning, we explored the benefits of various forms of CPD, from formal INSET to experiential learning, reflecting on what is working well and identifying areas for further enhancement. 🌟⭐️
07.03.2025 11:11 — 👍 0 🔁 1 💬 1 📌 0Gloria Middleton showed me that teaching is far more than a profession—it is a vocation #IWD25
07.03.2025 15:06 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0My first Headteacher, Gloria Middleton, was the inspiration behind my teaching career. She was also my aunt.
Gloria had a rare ability to connect with every child, even those who were hardest to reach. She was inventive and resourceful, the entrance fee to a school disco?—a toilet roll!
We’re thrilled to share our Pocket Pedagogy Cards with the amazing staff at @strive4.bsky.social. Now, you can have the essentials of the Strive4 Enhanced Toolkit right in your pocket—practical, accessible, and ready to inspire.
06.03.2025 13:18 — 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0A great journey back in time with your mum... wish I had a roller board in my house!
06.03.2025 09:00 — 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0I was inspired the first time I heard Roy Blatchford speak. Net Education was providing support and development for Essex schools and Roy had the entire room—Headteachers and Deputies alike—completely captivated. His ability to engage, challenge, and inspire was remarkable.
13.02.2025 16:03 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0Roy Blatchford has inspired me every step of the way in my leadership roles. He is right about this and about most things!
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Another great day with the Autumn 24 Cohort of leaders for their NPQLT Face to Face event.
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Shoutout to my coach for always making feedback sessions something to look forward to. No matter what, they’re met with a smile, encouragement, and a positive approach.
Growth is easier when you have the right people supporting you.
Amazing response to #steplab coaching!
Final preparations are underway as we get ready to welcome the Autumn 2024 Cohort to their second face-to-face event for the NPQLT at Strive4 Academy Trust later this week. Looking forward to another inspiring day! Best Practice network #NPQF2F
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Contact admin@strive4academy.co.uk or go to www.strive4academy.co.uk
if you would like to find out more about training to teach in a Strive4 School✨ @strive4.bsky.social @teachfirst.bsky.social It is your opportunity to make a difference!
🚀 Exciting news! We are soon to launch our updated Career Pathways Framework—designed to inspire, empower, and guide our staff toward their full potential. Together, we’re shaping the future of education! 🌟 #CareerGrowth #Strive4Success
04.02.2025 17:59 — 👍 0 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
'Trust Planning Days' Led by Strive4 Academy's school improvement team (SIT)
Today it is the turn of Year 6! As always, insightful and thought-provoking, fostering passionate and constructive discussions on how to best support the needs of our learners.
💡Striving for Excellence
🔔Every Second Counts
Expanding our 'Trust Reading Lists' for teachers at every stage!
📚 Educators, what’s your must-read for an Early Career Teacher, a new Phase Leader, or an aspiring Head? Share the books that shaped you! 👇✨
Expanding our 'Trust Reading Lists' for teachers at every stage!
📚 Educators, what’s your must-read for an Early Career Teacher, a new Phase Leader, or an aspiring Head? Share the books that shaped you! 👇✨
Strive4 Academy Trust SCITT is working in partnership with Teach First to provide School Centred Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) leading to Qualified Teacher Status and a PGCE.
Go to www.strive4academy.co.uk to find out more if you are interested in training to teach in a local school.
At Strive4 we love to celebrate our successful facilitation of National Professional Qualifications (NPQ) in partnership with Best Practice Network
❤️ Over 4 Years of continuous commitment to educational excellence
👏 400+ Graduates who have completed NPQ qualifications
🤩 60+ Face to Face Events
Check online to see if you are eligible for funding. It's not too late to apply!
30.01.2025 09:29 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0
Brain tumour awareness month is March - just a month away! Visit @braintumourrsch.bsky.social to find out how you can support this incredibly worthy cause or visit braintumourresearch.org. #togetherwewillfindacure
29.01.2025 15:51 — 👍 0 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
🐉🎊 Happy Chinese New Year! 🎊🐉
Wishing you prosperity, happiness, and good fortune in the Year of the Dragon! May this year bring strength, success, and endless opportunities. 🧧✨ #HappyChineseNewYear #YearOfTheDragon #GongXiFaCai
