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The Writing Framework has just been published, and I'm very pleased to have been part of the sector panel which helped produce this important document.

I'm optimistic that the framework will help leaders to further develop the teaching of writing in their schools.

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NEW BLOG: Why wise teachers slow down

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We know CPD doesn't work. Teachers don't enjoy it, and say they don't learn from it.

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...because CAROUSEL TEACHING is now officially here 🥳🥳

...bringing you CPD that works and helps you get better at teaching.

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Have you considered a side hustle in writing dystopian novels Stuart?

Deputy Principal - Bedford Free School, Bedford, Bedfordshire Closing date: 8:00am, Mon 31st Mar, 2025. View full details and apply online at MyNewTerm.

Following the appointment of Tom Wood to the post of Principal at Bedford Free School, we are looking for a Deputy Principal from September 2025.

This is a brilliant school we want to take to even greater heights.

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Implementing Whole-School Approaches to SEND SENDCOs face increasing demands due to rising numbers of pupils needing support. Successful schools adopt a whole-school approach to SEND, ensuring all staff engage with inclusion. Effective discus…

🌟 New blog: Implementing whole-school approaches to SEND.
What’s the litmus test for getting this right?
Reposts welcome - thank you!

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New CST resource, From good to great: The positive impact of school trusts in education.

School trusts have strengthened England’s education system. To move from good to great, we must address key challenges: improving SEND provision, closing the disadvantage gap, and supporting the workforce. Read more in our new paper: cstuk.org.uk/knowled...

7 essential revision techniques for students Simply telling students to revise won't cut it, advises Mark Enser, so here are the key approaches to guide them in preparing for exams

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What key messages do we need to give our pupils about how to revise?

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Very positive feedback and clearly a good idea to have you after lunch. You gave so many golden nuggets for them to use as ECTs and really highlighted that they are on a journey and five years down the line will look differently to now.

Looking forward to hearing all about this from two of our ECTs that attended.

Yup, nothing says Merry Christmas like a deep dive into History and a late night SEF edit!

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SEND Governor Questions: Five great tips for working with SENCos Are you a SEND Governor? Need to meet your SENCo? Don't start from scratch, start from the following advice and question bank...

Are you a new SENCo or SEND Governor looking to enhance your partnership? 🤝
Magnify your impact today!
This blog shares practical tips, great questions and excellent tools.
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If it's helpful to schools and teachers, below is the link to a year's worth of picturebook assembly suggestions that have a focus on empathy, diversity, equality and inclusion. They're all books I've used and loved. #edusky padlet.com/Jon_Biddle/r...

Bedford? 😀

The best thing is being able to defrost and warm up the car via the app before you leave the house/school!

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How does school improvement work in a small trust? Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com I lead teacher development in a small trust in Somerset (8 schools, 3 secondary, 1 all-through, 4 primary, plus almost three alternative provision sites). I&#821…

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How does school improvement work in a small trust?

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The lost art of planning On my travels, I speak to hundreds if not thousands of experienced teachers and school leaders and there’s a common conversation in an, “all roads lead to Rome” way, that always seems to crop up in…

New blog, "The lost art of planning".
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If you can drop me. DM with contact details, that would be great.

@mralmonded.bsky.social Morning Neil, would it be possible for you to DM me, I’d like to talk Primary Maths.

Had the most incredible few days, working with the most inspiring leaders! Coming together to build a community to tackle educational disadvantage in the East region as a collective effort, rather than in the silos of our own schools. It's a privilege to stand amongst them! @leadeast100.bsky.social

It's a masterpiece of modern art Stuart, it's called 'Abstract Misalignment' and represents the chaos of everyday life.

ConnectED is back - a free online event 15th October 4-5pm with Josh Goodrich, co-founder and CEO of Steplab, exploring what great coaches know and do. Save the date and spread the word. @shirley01756.bsky.social @jgprofdev.bsky.social @nikkisullivan.bsky.social

Good idea and the temperature is going be warmer in the coming week so no come backs from that.

Nice and toasty in my house this morning. 🔥

Especially when I left my office one switched on.😊

I found the heating on in two classrooms yesterday which was followed by me switching all units off from the fuse box!

What’s the reason for blanching before freezing?