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Paul Garvey

@talkforteaching.bsky.social

Come back to Twitter. We miss you. Bluesky hasn’t worked. Musk won’t be in charge forever. πŸ˜ƒ

1,221 Followers  |  1,115 Following  |  299 Posts  |  Joined: 14.11.2024
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The first 100 inspections have been completed. All were volunteers but the outcomes are becoming clear. Achievement - or should I say attainment - is already the bugbear for schools with challenging catchments. This framework is primed to be a disaster for them. β€˜Taking Control 3’ and me can help.

06.02.2026 14:09 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Ofsted books are Ofsted books. They help schools and that’s great and why I write them, but I’m really excited about my first novel!!!!

Here’s the cover. Out 27th March! Eeek!

06.02.2026 14:04 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

He’s not the brightest crisp in the bag, is he?

27.01.2026 15:01 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Exciting! My debut novel, β€˜Frost Patterns’ is ready for the printers and I have a tentative publication date of 27th March.

Watch this space. 😱😬😬😬😬

27.01.2026 14:57 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

New Year and a new term coming some will have got their pens & pencils out already, well before the return.

If you are a Head & you are thinking of working on your SEF, because Ofsted are due, please consider enjoying the rest of your holiday instead. message me. I’ve written hundreds. I can help.

31.12.2024 13:38 β€” πŸ‘ 9    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Building on the success of his previous two books, Paul Garvey’s (@talkforteaching.bsky.social )Taking Control 3 helps #schoolleaders develop the confidence and know-how to navigate the new areas judged under the new inspection model.

Find out more: buff.ly/ma3S7L8

12.01.2026 13:51 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The latest book in @talkforteaching.bsky.social’s bestselling series, #TakingControl3, equips schools with tools to prepare for #inspections under the new Report Card Framework.

Thank you Dr Ger Graus for reviewing! 🌟

Face inspections with a genuine sense of control - order now at: buff.ly/nd07mIY

15.01.2026 12:22 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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High praise for @talkforteaching.bsky.social ’s new book, #TakingControl3, from Vanessa Graus Langley – thank you! 🌟

This unmissable toolkit provides school leaders with the knowledge and reassurance they need to face inspections with a genuine sense of control. πŸ“– Out now: buff.ly/nd07mIY

17.01.2026 12:22 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Prepare for #Ofsted inspections under the new Report Card Framework with #TakingControl3 by @talkforteaching.bsky.social! πŸ“˜

Packed with practical tools & expert insights, this book empowers you to truly take control of the inspection process.

Coming soon! Pre-order your copy now: buff.ly/nd07mIY

28.12.2025 12:22 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Your opinion is noted. Maybe, in this instance, it’s because Adam Boxer thinks that Teacher Tapp is β€˜Cold, hard research’, whereas almost everyone else in education thinks that is total bollox.

Do you agree it is β€˜Cold, hard, research’ Oliver - and please try to answer the question in your reply.

03.01.2026 13:24 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Soon, honest, ref!

10.12.2025 10:14 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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How can schools take control of #Ofsted inspections?

Written by @talkforteaching.bsky.social, #TakingControl3 is a guide for teachers, subject leaders & school leaders on preparing for Ofsted under the education inspection framework.

Coming soon! Find out more: buff.ly/Z1Z9c9P

02.11.2025 15:29 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Ofsted’s new Report Card Framework is shaking things up – whether we like it or not.

#TakingControl3 by Paul Garvey will give you all the tools you need to navigate this huge change & face inspections with confidence. Find out more here: buff.ly/Z1Z9c9P

@talkforteaching.bsky.social #Edusky

26.10.2025 12:22 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The new Report Card Framework is a major overhaul to #schoolinspections, likely raising a lot of questions.

Ahead of the launch of @talkforteaching.bsky.social's new book, we’re #takingquestions from teachers & school leaders. Share any queries about the upcoming changes for Paul to address.

29.10.2025 10:03 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Nor me. I might dip in…

08.10.2025 06:35 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ“˜ #TakingControl3 by Paul Garvey: buff.ly/oiqpJ8u

Get ready for the new #Ofsted inspection model with practical tools, expert insight, & guidance on how to prepare well & ease pressure on staff.

Coming this November - just in time for the new Report Card Framework!

@talkforteaching.bsky.social

10.07.2025 11:22 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Mine too! Certainly one of the best novels by a modern author that I've read. I thoroughly enjoyed it!

07.10.2025 15:29 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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OFSTED: ASSISTING IN ITS OWN DYING? | Adrian Gray OFSTED: ASSISTING IN ITS OWN DYING? Why do we need an inspectorate? Well, the function of the inspectorate should be to protect the interests of children by supporting system improvement through ide...

Adrian Gray, former senior HMI and adviser to the recent Education Select Committee on work of Ofsted, is worth following on Linkedin. His latest analysis of L&M grades makes clear the hole Ofsted has dug for itself. www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...

18.06.2025 09:31 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

As Nike say, Just do it!

I really tried with Bluesky, but there's just not the critical mass!

04.06.2025 17:55 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

All good! I hope it’s the same with you! I can’t bring myself to break my Twitter ties yet. I’m not yet brave enough! I pop on here, but I’m posting on Twitter. I tried both, but it was too much.

26.01.2025 20:53 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Headteachers' Roundtable Putting children's learning at the centre of educational debate

Proud of all @headsroundtable.bsky.social primary colleagues for this initial #CAR blog.

More to follow!

headteachersroundtable.wordpress.com

08.01.2025 20:01 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Just this. πŸ™

08.01.2025 18:48 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Happy new Year to you Cheryl the songstress! I did have merriment 10 years ago, but I am hoping for more this year!! πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚

02.01.2025 16:13 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

New Year and a new term coming some will have got their pens & pencils out already, well before the return.

If you are a Head & you are thinking of working on your SEF, because Ofsted are due, please consider enjoying the rest of your holiday instead. message me. I’ve written hundreds. I can help.

31.12.2024 13:38 β€” πŸ‘ 9    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Thanks Simon. I followed all, but some have closed minds to debate and criticism. three are on your tags!!! But thanks anyway.

31.12.2024 13:26 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Agreed Rae. But I feel the lead has to come from government.

22.12.2024 15:21 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Oooh, that Head is me!
Thank you @paulbrackleyci.bsky.social and @alexspencercam.bsky.social for helping to highlight this important campaign!
#SmartPhoneFreeChildhood

22.12.2024 13:06 β€” πŸ‘ 14    πŸ” 6    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0

Anonymous Post:
This week is shaping up to be quite challenging. I've recently stepped into the role of Deputy Head, but our Headteacher has been signed off due to severe stress and anxiety.

22.12.2024 14:00 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 2