@lewis_goodall
I despair Lewis. Colleagues have spent all day stuffing envelopes and checking to make sure pupils have all the information that they need to help them on a stressful day - and then this comes out when some won’t have seen it
What on earth is going on
@GavinWilliamson
?
BREAKING NEWS: Pearson announce that BTEC grades shouldn’t be awarded tomorrow. ’We ask schools and colleges not to issue any BTEC L1 and L2 results tomorrow as these will be reviewed and where appropriate, regraded’
At this hour ?
Absolutely delighted to announce that I will be joining
@QUESTtrust
in the summer as CEO. After four fantastic years
@consiliumat
, I will be taking on the leadership of an amazing Trust in Wigan and Bolton. Looking forward to the next leadership adventure!
Personal news: Thanks for all the lovely messages of support I have had in the last two weeks as I recover from a nasty bout of COVID, pneumonia and six days in hospital. Slowly recovering and looking forward to getting back to work with my lovely
@consiliumat
family soon
Teachers, you’ve been outstanding this half term, truly outstanding. Adaptable, resilient, creative, caring, bothered, solution focused. A profession I’ve always been proud to represent, but now more than ever. Take a break, all of you, you deserve it. Love teachers, me
First full day as CEO of
@QUESTtrust
tomorrow starts with an Ofsted inspection - start as you mean to go on !
Really excited to start my new role with a Trust that has so much potential and lovely people. We’ve got this !
Still no takers. Hotel night for free on Wednesday. All I need is a DM and you can have a night in a 4* hotel with evening meal and bottle of wine, breakfast and late check out on me ! No cost, free….
Last minute change means we have a hotel booking in Durham for this Wednesday night, with meal and wine, now going begging as it’s non cancellable. If you want a free night out for two, DM me this afternoon. Genuine offer !!
26 years ago, I met a gorgeous person in a bar in Leeds. It felt as right then as it does now. Two beautiful daughters later, we are celebrating our 25th wedding anniversary together in Sorrento. Love you, Sally ❤️❤️❤️
Full reopening next week - it’s crucial that we banish any discussion with children that they are ‘catching up’ on anything.
@consiliumat
will be focussing on making them feel really welcome, teaching them well and most importantly, telling them they are brilliant
#wevemissedyou
Can media colleagues stop saying ‘schools have reopened’. Schools never closed and leaders and teachers worked all the way through the lockdown, often working longer hours than normal. It’s not right
@BBCNews
@BBCBreakfast
So, after almost three years I’m leaving
@enlutc
to take on a ft role as Regional Director
@consiliumat
. I’ve loved every minute with
@UTColleges
but am extremely proud to have achieved my dream job. I leave on December 16th - thank you UTC world, you’re amazing
#skilledforlife
Last night in Newcastle before I finish four years with
@consiliumat
tomorrow. Looking forward to a celebration with the lovely leaders of
@heworthgrange
and
@WyvernAcademy
this evening, where it all started ❤️ Both schools have been transformed under their leadership
#proud
Delighted to announce that
@enlutc
has been judged Good by Ofsted in all areas. We are proud of our students and the progress made since we took on the UTC. Thanks to everyone who believes in us, including the many industry partners we collaborate with every day
@utcolleges
Two weeks of
#BeingTheCEO
and I’m so positive about leading
@QUESTtrust
into the next phase. Some exciting news coming after summer about the
@UTColleges
offer at
@TheUCSchool
and our partnership with
@BoltonUni
, one of our family. Thanks to all who have made me feel at home
Proud to announce that I have been seconded as Regional Director for the North East for a Multi-Academy Trust from September. I will remain as Chief Exec and Principal of
@enlutc
as we continue to grow to capacity. A very exciting year ahead
#skilledforlife
Proud to have been promoted to the role of Director of Assurance and Development
@consiliumat
. Started my new job today. I'm now supporting school improvement in all nine of our schools as well as assisting
@ConsiliumCEO
in developing our amazing Trust. So happy!
Great news from
@enlutc
, with a 100% pass rate once again in Engineering and a second year in a row of improving results. Some fine individual performances and most imprortantly, a good destination for every student
#skilledforlife
#loveutcs
@UTColleges
Humbled to have found out today that I have been shortlisted by
@HCFCatch
as Outstanding Leader of the Year in the Humber region. Thank you so much to Catch for my nomination!
#proud
@enlutc
@utcolleges
We received a report from the LA today to confirm that 100% of our summer 2018 leavers are in sustained employment and or training. That confirms we once again have no NEETs. We are really happy to be leading the way!
@UTColleges
UTC: 0%
National figure (2017): 11.2%
We removed formal obs and teaching has become way more creative and teacher morale is extremely high. We can still see where the best teaching is without a clipboard or iPad
#mentalhealthmatters
Let's keep this firmly in the eyes of SLT for longer. The more leaders who see this, the more someone is likely to instigate a change in a school that still employs this process of formal observations for the PM of clearly *effective* (not 'good', sorry!) teachers. 😀😀
So proud of our little
@amidoylex
and her boyfriend Matt today, graduating in Primary Education
@sheffhallamuni
Couldn’t ask for a better daughter to love ❤️
At
@QUESTtrust
I’ve opened the doors to collaboration - it’s absolutely crucial so that our 2000 pupils can experience the best. We already work closely with
@reach2trust
and
@aldridgeonline
, and 3 other Trusts. We are keen on local partnerships in Bolton and Wigan. Interested?
Heads are working so hard. They drive their school vision, care massively about the community and want the best for children in their care. It’s a privilege to work alongside people who get up at 5 and leave after everyone else. Keep doing what you’re doing - it’s tough right now
Anyone want to be my deputy? Advert out today, This is a really exciting job, running the school when I am involved in work with Leeds UTC and BDT. DM me if you are interested,
Massive congratulations to our sixth formers
@enlutc
who have surpassed themselves with 100% pass rate in Maths and Engineering. The best results we have achieved by far. Well done to Matthew, who has not only started his apprenticeship, but got top grades in all subjects
What a privilege!
745 staff and 6,243 students made this happen. Thank you and congratulations to every member of our Consilium family
#Proudtobeconsilium
This absolutely beautiful lady is 90 today. Caring, loving, bothered, someone who has made a huge difference to my life - someone who always said I should aim high. Happy birthday nanna ❤️❤️❤️
Planning our Trust strategy while the children are away. Our mission, strategy and values are coming together. I’m determined to lead a Trust which is united in a common voice and supports children from Early Years to Employment. Collaboration is crucial to us
@QUESTtrust
Time for a few days of switch off. Thanks for the genuine support and challenge from friends and colleagues this last four weeks whilst I navigate
#beingtheceo
. Very positive about the next steps for
@QUESTtrust
- our doors are well and truly open to collaboration
Thoroughly enjoyed my first day as a Regional Director for Consilium Academies Trust today. I am lucky to have been seconded for three days a week to support Heworth Grange School in my home town of Felling and Wyvern Academy in Darlington. Very exciting year ahead
@consiliumat
Showcasing our first Trust promotion film. Thanks to
@EngagingE
for helping us show all of the amazing things going on at
@HGCPSCHOOL
@QUESTtrust
is supporting children from Early Years to Employment
We have a packed house today at the UTC for our transition day. The dining room is full to capacity. We keep growing and they keep coming
#loveutcs
@utcolleges
. We now have 90 applications for our new Year 9, 30 more than we expected.
#growth
#placeisimportant
To all those who are playing underhand tactics,
@enlutc
is a good school - we make a significant difference to the students we serve, we love our no excuses culture, our amazing children are a credit to themselves and we are growing. I’m proud to lead a fantastic school
Since we introduced a
@pivotalpaul
approach to behaviour management last term, relationships have grown. I have a ‘no one shouts in anger’ policy and we treat students with respect. A screamed at student is a bullied student. It’s having a positive impact
@enlutc
@utcolleges
Proud to have been asked to represent heads nationally at a meeting with one of our education ministers and Lord Agnew to discuss Key Stage 4 entry in schools such as
@UTColleges
at the end of the month
#skilledforlife
Since my first headship in 2013, I’ve insisted on a ‘no shouting’ rule. Children never respond positively to adults shouting at them. When it was introduced
@ENLUTC
in 2017, exclusions dropped massively. Positive relationships win every time, they just need investment. Be kind
One of my proudest moments as Principal of
@enlutc
today - parents evening was amazing. One parent in tears because of the confidence his son has grown since he joined us. Another asking if they can enrol their six year old. Love doing this job
Just had the data through today that shows
@ENLUTC
English results were in the top 15% of schools in the country based on entry this summer
#happymondays
@ChrisMasonBBC
Great to see Chris Mason at the forefront of so many things at the BBC currently. One of the greatest broadcasters - my favourite modern TV and radio personality
#keepitupchris
As a new CEO, Trust collaboration is a key driver for us in ensuring that children are given the best opportunities available.
@QUESTtrust
's doors are open to learn, work together and to support others. We look forward to our work with
@reach2trust
and
@aldridgeonline
this term.
We are the fastest growing small UTC in the country ... and now we officially have agreement to grow our numbers even more to 13-19. Exciting times to be involved with the UTC
Now that the Government have agreed to go with CAG, I think it's crucial for the integrity of the profession that schools don't take to social media to proclaim their 'best ever results'. This is and always has been about individuals - scrap league tables next please
Another very positive year for
@enlutc
with strong improvement in Engineering, Science,Computer Science and Geography. Our maths and English results are above target for the third year running! Most importantly, our students are securing brilliant destinations
#skilledforlife
1/2
Tonight we launched our three year strategy
@QUESTtrust
. Our objective is simple, to create the conditions where children achieve well and have rich experiences that they deserve. At Quest, we are supporting children from early years to employment. Proud to be CEO
Last minute change means we have a hotel booking in Durham for this Wednesday night, with meal and wine, now going begging as it’s non cancellable. If you want a free night out for two, DM me this afternoon. Genuine offer !!
Love
#beingtheceo
, 3 months in we are making great progress
@QUESTtrust
. Amazing how quickly what you oversee becomes your passion. Thanks to
@reach2trust
for all your amazing support and kind challenge. Thanks to those of you who want us to succeed and would never undermine
You know you’ve got loyal students when one of them comes back 20 mins after the end of the school day to bring the Scunthorpe Telegraph and show you an article
‘We are in the paper, sir’
#loyal
#proud
#skilledforlife
@enlutc
@UTColleges
We are now 80% full in year 9 for the summer
@enlutc
. Get your application in! We are now getting close to having 200 students in the summer, doubling our numbers last year. Best. Job. Ever
As we start a new term, remembering by dad, Colm Doyle who sadly died two years ago at 61 from lymphoma. Lots of reasons I joined teaching, many of them inspired by him
Congratulations to
@QUESTtrust
Chair of Trustees
@crispin_pailing
for his MBE in the King’s NY honours list 👏👏👏 for services to the community in Liverpool
Whatever happens in August, I know that every ounce of every teacher's time
@enlutc
has been invested in relationships, hard work ,preparation and importantly, a guide to a great destination. I'm not Pep Guardiola, I'm a Principal who wants every child to say we made a difference
Thanks
@consiliumat
for letting me lead with freedom, challenge with integrity, support with values and create amazing schools with people who totally care. Two years today since I was asked by
@ConsiliumCEO
to support a recruitment process. I couldn’t be happier
#loveconsilium
Extremely positive about the growing relationship between
@TheUCSchool
and
@BoltonUni
. Thanks to their support we have secured unlimited library access for our students and offers of support from staff. This is just the start of a number of activities being planned
#collaborate
Year 11 student today who hasn’t always been easy saw me at the gate on my own at the end of school. ‘Do you want me to stay around to keep you company?’ he said. Genuine look of care in his eyes. Have to be proud of
@enlutc
students
#relationshipsmatter
Your A Level result is the highest of the middle letter in your gran’s street name and the second letter of your favourite Netflix series
#fairmethodology
As we approach a new year, it’s been a great time to take stock on everything work related. I’ve had three years of career changing experiences
@enlutc
, but 2020 is going to be something else. Can’t wait to get stuck into my new role as Director of Education
@consiliumat
👍🏻
Even after 24 years of doing this, the night before we go back to school is always so nervy. I remember my mentor as an NQT in 1996 telling me it will never leave you
#hope
#skilledforlife
A treat to end term tomorrow,
@pivotalpaul
training for our staff. What a better way to end a successful few months than talk about building positive relationships and developing a ‘bothered about kids’ culture in your school? Love it 😊
#botherdness
#relationships
#positivity
As we reach the end of term I want to thank my team for being absolutely amazing. It's been a long hard term, but I am lucky to have them. Committed, enthusiastic, kissing the badge and part of the second fastest growing UTC in the country. Proud of you Natalie, Nigel and Carly
So lucky to be working alongside dedicated leaders and staff
@consiliumat
. Today's conversations with heads
@ArmthorpeDN3
,
@WyvernAcademy
and
@heworthgrange
give me faith in the belief that our pupils are in really strong hands, with people who care about every single pupil
Spent the morning
@UTCLeeds
today and when I was on a tour was greeted by a huge smile and handshake from a student I used to know when I led South Leeds. It was like Long Lost Families
#loveutcs
@utcolleges
Just saying it again - MAT of the Year
#haveit
The last 3 years has seen us take some very broken schools to a new level and we can only keep going upwards. We don’t believe in quick fixes - sustainability and strong foundations change children’s lives. We are truly inclusive
Congratulations to our friends & colleagues at
@consiliumat
this is SO well deserved. We’re proud to have worked closely with you for 3 years as your recruitment partners, securing the best staff at all levels. We’re pleased you’ve been formally recognised for your achievements.
Over 90% of our staff have agreed that we will allow students to call us by our first names in September. At the UTC we reflect a business environment and our staff are awesome
@UTColleges