A first for us today, 100% for Science P1, such a lovely buzz at brunch to hear pupils talking about the exam and asking for specific revision. Could not be more proud.

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To all new teachers, we make a simple commitment: we will help you become a better teacher

To all new leaders, we make another commitment: we will help you become a better leader

I back our record. Amazing opportunity for HoD science here. Please share if you can!

We’re looking for a skilled primary-trained teacher to join us part-time from this September at OHS 🔍

Applications close at midnight next Thursday 16 May! To apply and read the full job spec click below ⬇️

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Students are less happy in school, they believe rules aren’t being applied fairly – reasons why behaviour is getting worse have been identified in a new Department for Education survey, says Luke Ramsden
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There's just one week to go until our Alternative Provision Conference in Manchester where we will be discussing AP outreach, targeted support, and post-16 transition.

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Thank you to The Key for amending the pay calculator information to recognise the complexities of PRU & AP and reflect guidance. PRUsAP recognised that there was an anomaly on The Key's information & the Key addressed it very quickly. schoolleaders.thekeysupport.com/staff/pay-and-… APAssemble

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Worth a look for people in NW England

We are looking to recruit to a number of vacancies on our Local Governing Bodies. A great opportunity to contribute and make a difference to children’s lives. Please feel free to get in touch #teamBIT

First time ever seeing pink and blue forget-me-nots!

Join us in Manchester on Wednesday 8th May for a workshop on securing your next role in a school - from ECTs to HTs, all are welcome! eventbrite.co.uk/e/personal-sta…

My answer to this, by the way, is 'Yes'

I define progress as 'learning stuff from the curriculum'

If something has been learned, then progress has been made.

Because it is a year 8 working from the national curriculum, I can assume based on experience that their knowledge of…

To mark the publication of the 2nd edition of How Learning Happens we are giving away a 5 copies of the book. Simply retweet this to be included in the draw.

Number 6!

Your expectations show pupils what you believe of them, keep them high regardless of their background and circumstances. Pupils in AP need champions, people who know they can achieve and care enough to hold them to it.

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Save the date!

Friday 8th November awards
Saturday 9th November conference

Location - Guildford, Surrey.

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Just had meeting with Ofsted & expressed frustration. Want to re-affirm that would like all members to complete Big Listen, make sure they click 'other' and define what type of provision. Please, use the free text to really expand on your perspectives. Thank you! #APAssesmble