Wilsthorpe School student reading a book in a lesson.
Yesterday @ttctceo.bsky.social & Derek Hobbs presented at the East Midlands RISE conference, sharing how a collective focus on literacy at Wilsthorpe and TTCT is raising attainment and improving students' life choices.
www.ttct.co.uk/sharing-best-practice-with-leaders-across-the-east-midlands
17.10.2025 16:43 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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09.10.2025 17:19 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Wilsthorpe Praised by Secretary of State for Education - The Two Counties Trust
We're excited to share that Wilsthorpe has received national recognition after being mentioned by Bridget Phillipson MP. She has referenced the school's high-quality teaching, and strong community engagement and transition.
Learn more here: www.ttct.co.uk/wilsthorpe-praised-by-bridget-phillipson-mp
09.10.2025 17:06 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 1
Our Varsity Chess Competition is well underway! Students from across TTCT are going head-to-head to see who will be crowned Chess Champion.
These events are a great way for students to connect, compete and see what it means to be part of our family of schools.
#BestYet @ttctceo.bsky.social
09.10.2025 10:58 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
There's less than 2 weeks until #ConnectEDLive with @joshpd.bsky.social and Adam Clough! During this FREE online event, we'll be analysing real footage from real classrooms to understand great teaching.
Secure your spot: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/95017d...
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30.09.2025 17:10 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of our students. That's why we're proud to announce our partnership with @NatashasLegacy as part of their Secondary Pilot. Together we are building safer and more inclusive community.
Learn more here: www.ttct.co.uk/ttct_and_narf
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24.09.2025 15:09 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Our Post 16 Open Evenings are around the corner!
These events are a great chance to explore the range of courses available across our centres, meet our passionate teachers and see how we prepare students with the skills and confidence to take their next step.
#SmashingIt @ttctceo.bsky.social
23.09.2025 09:29 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Today we launched Ambitious Instructional Coaches, an exciting 20-week course developed with @steplab.bsky.social.
Through seminars, self-study and practical application, school teams will deepen their understanding of the coaching cycle and grow as expert coaches!
@ttctceo.bsky.social #SmashingIt
15.09.2025 15:08 — 👍 2 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0
Join us for our first #ConnectEDLive of 25 - 26 with special guests @joshpd.bsky.social and Adam Clough. This time we're analysing real footage from real classrooms to understand great teaching.
Share and secure your FREE spot today: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/95017d...
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11.09.2025 10:40 — 👍 4 🔁 3 💬 0 📌 0
Join us Heritage High School on 17 Sept for our first recruitment event of the academic year!
Meet the team and explore teaching and support staff opportunities in RE, English, Maths, Attendance, Caretaking and more.
Register your interest: forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...
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09.09.2025 15:38 — 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
This term our safeguarding focus is: 'Worried About Your Family? - Tell a Trusted Adult.'
We're raising awareness of the challenges some families may face and encouraging students to recognise when support is needed.
Learn more: www.ttct.co.uk/ttct-safeguarding-2526-1
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08.09.2025 09:56 — 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
It's been a busy first week! We've taken time to reflect, look ahead and unite around our vision. We also completed safeguarding training to ensure it remains at the heart of all we do.
The real highlight though was welcoming our students back!
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05.09.2025 14:01 — 👍 4 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0
We're delighted to welcome Allestree Woodlands School as the 10th school in our Trust family!
We look forward to working alongside students, staff, families and governors as we focus on enhancing life choices for our 12,000 students.
@ttctceo.bsky.social #BestYet
01.09.2025 13:17 — 👍 3 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 1
Check out the full lineup for our next #ConnecEDLive Online #TeachMeet!
In just 60mins, 8 educators will deliver 5min talks filled with best practice and advice.
Secure your spot and share this post to spread the word: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/e303a1...
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20.06.2025 12:30 — 👍 2 🔁 3 💬 0 📌 1
Well done to Friesland School for supporting their students to become well rounded individuals ready to make a positive contribution to the world we share!
#NationalThankATeacherDay #SmashingIt @ttctceo.bsky.social
18.06.2025 12:47 — 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
Through Frederick Gent School staff, students are clearly able to be respectfully open about their successes and areas for growth.
#NationalThankATeacherDay #SmashingIt @ttctceo.bsky.social
18.06.2025 12:46 — 👍 0 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
It's fantastic to see Swanwick Hall School's students appreciating and making the most of their subject specialist teachers!
#NationalThankATeacherDay #SmashingIt @ttctceo.bsky.social
18.06.2025 12:43 — 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
It's apparent from Wilsthorpe School's students that putting people first is enabling them to be the best they can be!
#NationalThankATeacherDay #SmashingIt @ttctceo.bsky.social
18.06.2025 12:41 — 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
It's clear Manor Academy staff are committed to our vision of enhancing our students' life choices.
#NationalThankATeacherDay #SmashingIt @ttctceo.bsky.social
18.06.2025 12:39 — 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
Brilliant to see Springwell Community College's students valuing the college's ambitious curriculum and passionate teachers!
#NationalThankATeacherDay #SmashingIt @ttctceo.bsky.social
18.06.2025 12:37 — 👍 2 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 1
It's wonderful to see Heritage High School's 100% kind and 100% consistent culture recognised by their students.
#NationalThankATeacherDay #SmashingIt @ttctceo.bsky.social
18.06.2025 12:37 — 👍 4 🔁 3 💬 0 📌 0
All staff at TTCT and Ashfield School believe feedback is a gift and it's clear to see this is championed by our students too.
#NationalThankATeacherDay #SmashingIt @ttctceo.bsky.social
18.06.2025 12:36 — 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
It's great to see Selston High School students recognising their teachers and the compelling learning culture they create.
#NationalThankATeacherDay #SmashingIt @ttctceo.bsky.social
18.06.2025 12:32 — 👍 2 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0
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