Liz Jones

Read the speech from
@bphillipsonmp.bsky.social at a Westminster event for the schools sector this evening.

It includes a commitment to not "shy away" from complex reform, "SEND especially".

www.tes.com/magazine/ana...

When “adaptive teaching” first became a “thing”, I recognised it as something I’d been doing for years with learners with SpLDs. Good pedagogy is good pedagogy. Let’s empower teachers to not see SEND as a bolt on and embed high quality teaching within our universal provision. Great article 👇🏼

Please share. Thank you! ⬇️

Sure Start was one of the best things this country ever invested in:

“The IFS found the positive impacts of Sure Start were widespread and “remarkably long lasting”, producing better health, education and social care outcomes for families”

The dismantling of it is a national disgrace.

Co-op Academies Trust #SEND Conference is on 3rd July 2025 in Manchester. Senior leaders& SENDCos from Stoke, Staffs, Greater Manchester, West Yorkshire & Merseyside will be attending. We still have some space for SEND organisations to attend & have a stall. Please DM me if interested.

Trust Director of Science

Come work with me on all things science at the Co-op Academies Trust 🤝

I love this job deeply. If you’re an excellent science teacher, expert in science curriculum, and know how to improve science outcomes, come join the journey! 📈

Deadline next week. Happy to discuss. Please share.

Great discussion around teachers knowing the principles of assessment such as reliability & validity. I spend time checking these things for standardised assessments; however, we really do need to apply these principles just as stringently when planning formative assessment. #Assessment #eBook

Not all books are the same

Some add greater value to pupils' learning than others

I have 3 criteria for selecting books that will help pupils engage deeply with the curriculum

More here marymyatt.substack.com/p/not-all-bo...

Great article; it’s so important that we are clear about the purpose of any assessment and how it will underpin practice. Also, “Ethical assessment practices involve informing students of the purpose of the test” - couldn’t agree more.

Had a brilliant day facilitating the NPQSENCo conference for Bright Futures with my wonderful friend @rebekahholt.bsky.social. Thanks to our fabulous cohort who brought all their energy and enthusiasm! #SEND #DoWhatMattersMost

Gender equality doesn’t just 'happen.'

Women’s rights must be fought for and protected.

Our responsibility is clear.

To lead by example and create a world where opportunities are fair for all.

Not just today, but every single day.

#InternationalWomensDay

NEW POST: Spotlight on SEND funding: Education Committee inquiry MPs refuse to be taken in by anti-parent tropes. SEND parent and journalist @samcarlisle.bsky.social has summarised the drama for us… www.specialneedsjungle.com/s...

Trust Director of English, Trust Wide - Tes Jobs Co-op Academies Trust, United Kingdom

Amazing opportunity to be our next Trust Director of English! An exciting and varied role and the opportunity to have a national profile with our large Trust. Virtual information sessions are available, details are in the advert.

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It's half term, which means I have a copy of Primary Reading Simplified to give away.

Simply *repost* this post for your chance to win.

I will choose a winner at random this Saturday (22nd February).

🧵An important part of the primary experience is having a lovely time- adults ringfencing the unique state of childhood and ensuring that primary is a glorious place to be little. Playful and joyful are not the antonyms of high standards and aspiration.

Volunteering for a bereavement charity once a week is a nice weekly reset and reminder of why I do my job. Made a mother quite emotional explaining this theory earlier. Always resonates with me #edpsychs

Time to unwind after a busy week. The highlight being 2 days of fantastic CPD from @teachlikeachamp.bsky.social

It was really good to spend time with colleagues thinking about how we can apply certain strategies within the different contexts across our Trust.

Have a great weekend everyone! 🫶🏼

If the SENCo has to answer about Inclusion in mainstream schools, then we not really trying to gain inclusion.

The SENCo will need to be an important voice in the conversation but we need to see inclusion as the outcome of all the policies.
Can children access the curriculum, assessment, etc

The school is an institution, but the SENCO is a human being!

Amid the ongoing SEND crisis, which has been scrutinised and consulted on countless times, certain groups often find themselves bearing the brunt of the blame. The top three typically singled out are SENCOs, parents, and schools.1/n

Black and white photograph of Marianne Faithfull, a young woman with long, light-colored hair and bangs. She is wearing a dark coat and holding a patterned scarf partially over her face, with an intense gaze directed at the camera. A brick wall and a white door are in the background.

“Bad behaviour makes men more glamorous. Women get destroyed, thrown out of society and locked up in institutions”.

- (RIP) Marianne Faithfull

A really great post. It’s essential that we carefully monitor the impact of the support we have in place to ensure it’s useful.

I created a Starter pack on SEND in England.

It's for professionals and families
go.bsky.app/RUAW7ML

If you'd like adding, give us a wave in the replies.

Yes please Aaron 👋🏼

We need to amplify women who made or make a difference. We need to look for ways, even small ways to make a difference in our corners of the world! Push back! Rise up! #WomenEd @womened.bsky.social

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Are you a woman in education? In leadership? Interested in connecting and building a network? Follow @womened.bsky.social or any of the networks around the globe such as @womenedcanada.bsky.social @womenedscotland.bsky.social

A great SENDCo can transform children’s & their families’ lives. Quite frankly they are 100% gold plated edu-diamonds and their deep knowledge & compassionate understanding twinned with a relentless belief in what is possible is powerful & inspirational. They are true heroes. 🙏🏻

Being a professional is so much easier than being a parent. So I’m sharing this in case any one reading this post needs to hear these words. Keep fighting for your child! The system is broken but they aren’t. And you aren’t!

SEND inquiry: How professionals want to solve the SEND crisis? - 9000 Lives The latest on the Education Select Committee's SEND inquiry. Discover what professionals (e.g. teachers, SEND managers) have said so far.

But right now, anyone can submit evidence - including you!

Find out more about it 9000lives.org/send-inquiry...

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Happy pub day to @amandamorin.bsky.social & @emilykm-lpc.bsky.social ! This dynamic duo joined forces to guide schools in developing a nurturing, enlightened approach to teaching.  Get your copy today from Bookshop (https://bookshop.org/a/88516/9798885543972) or Amazon (https://amzn.to/40gEew8).