Wife&mum of 3. Headteacher. DEI work. Tweets are of my own opinion. MSc done!Next: EdD research ๐ค Love reading, cooking, fitness, sport. & music. โค๏ธ
One of our Year 6 pupils brought this fantastic piece of artwork for me to see. You can imagine my delight. They were asked to copy the left side of the cat. Fantastic ๐
Guess who got their MSc dissertation result. Damnโฆ2 marks off a Distinction.
Summer holiday - Mum by day and student till the early hours.
I officially have an MSc ๐ฅ
I literally ๐ญ๐ญ๐ญ when I saw this.
If you knew my baseline, youโd know why this means everything.
Confirmed, I am Covid positive (day 11 intense chest pain), leading our school from a distance (closed the school on my first day), had emotional discussions with staff, and from tomorrow I need to add supporting my daughterโs remote learning to the mix. If I can get through this
As a new Head Teacher I canโt believe how excited I now get about school maintenance๐คฃ๐คฃ. Something I never noticed as a teacher. I view it like decorating my own home ๐๐คฃ. ๐๐ปNew clean/fresh flooring. ๐๐ป๐๐ป Hope you like
@HannahDurrant12
@jopipermarlow
Big secret! Do not tell VT children yet but after being inspired by other schools on Twitter like
@HappyHead74
, today I agreed to Dougie joining the VT team. Once all the paperwork is complete - he will join the family. Cannot wait! Thanks
@Chrystalla1
โค๏ธ๐๐ป
Furious the way he was interviewed - he is gutted & needs time to take in what happened. She just grilled and patronised him. Commenters saying there is no excuse. Sorry but nerves get the best of us and guess what we all mess up. Hughes ๐ฌ๐ง๐๐ป๐๐ป - go heal ๐ฐ
Dropped my son off at Uni today - he is back for his final year after a gap year. I donโt know what Iโll do without him now he has been back home over a yr. Going to miss talking music, sport, Netflix shows,&society issues. And he is brill at helping me with tech. ๐ฐ
#motherson
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Have decided Iโm going to study for a doctorate degree starting next academic year.
Iโm no longer contentโฆ ๐
Took yr6 to the University of Northampton yesterday and for the buzz.
Anyone else up for this?
MSc done - incredible feeling. ๐ข
71 pages - 16,327 words.
2yrs work (1 yr deferred due to leading through Covid).
Best ever feeling.๐พ๐
Thank you to the Headteachers and teachers who contributed. Youโve changed my practice for life. ๐๐ป๐๐ป๐๐ป
First day, onsite, as Head Teacher.Not to say it did not come with its challenges but grateful to be healthy enough to attend and know I have chosen the right school. Had a great day - feeling blessed. โค๏ธ Thanks to all those supporting me in the background you know who you are ๐
The Suffolk primary school which has scrapped French to teach children BSL.
Erm, not the first school. โฆ
@itvnews
โฉ
Our school has been teaching BSL for years due to our learning base. This September, we established a formal curriculum in KS1
MSc dissertation deferral ๐ฐ Being a mummy, new to headship, lingering Ofsted visit, 2 young adult sons to mentor, and finding time to live means this priority has to wait. Categorised this as a priority decision otherwise Iโll feel like a failure.Sometimes Iโm too hard on me
When your son comes home from Uni, earlier than expected, to surprise you. โค๏ธ๐๐ I didnโt know he was here last night as I was out. Iโm causally eating my cereal this morning when he walks in and shouts, โHello, Mum!โ ๐ฐ๐๐ค Straight talks about films we need to watch. ๐คฉ
When you receive an email like thisโฆ12 children at risk of exclusion with high needs attended an end of term trip to
@theriversidehub
. Donโt tell me they canโt.๐๐ปHigh expectations are key. Yes, I am lucky we have such a wonderful team. Itโs never to late to change a life ๐ฐ๐๐ป
Honestly School staff are incredible - they go beyond for the children. Weโve been working on our environments this week. Absolutely gorgeous!
@jopipermarlow
Laughed so much when I came in this morning after working from home yesterday to find my room got a very special Christmas make over.
Absolutely love it!
VT staff - ๐ณ๐ซฃ๐๐ณ๐ซฃ๐
On target, have swam everyday plus attended 3 body combat classes and one Zumba. I have drawn up a tight timetable m to ensure I keep this up when I rtn to work tomorrow. Going to attend 6:30am HIIT class and a 20min swim before work. Letโs see how I get on. ๐๐๐ป๐๐ป
Made a deal with myself to take more time out for me. Doing something very unlike me. On the way to Wales (term time in the cold weather) for a relaxing weekend by the sea. Look forward to seeing my niece and nephew in a bit. ๐๐๐๐ด๓ ง๓ ข๓ ท๓ ฌ๓ ณ๓ ฟ๐จ
Our school has a provision for hearing impaired and deaf children. Children across the school have been learning about this disability using various texts. Iโm looking for a hearing impaired professional to come and speak to our children about your journey-know anyone?
#edutwitter
Wishing all those starting Half-Term a wonderful break. This has by far been the hardest half-term โ, in education, I have ever experienced. Am I defeated? - Never. Am I fatigued - very much so! Happy well-deserved hols. ๐๐ป๐ค
I have now been a headteacher for 2 years. Itโs by the far the most โinterestingโ role I have ever had. ๐
Every day brings a cocktail of surprises.
Everyday, the staff & chn at VT make me proud/smile.
Although it is tough, it is the best job in the world! Thanks colleagues
Wow! What an honour to be amongst this amazing group of educators. Thank you! Simply being mentioned is a win for me - thank you! ๐๐ป๐๐ป๐๐ป
On cloud nine, I want to dance in the rain. Iโm so elated and donโt care for sharing. I never uplift me as...! Submitted assignment ๐ค - was trying to quit (as everything is so hard) but my tutor talked me out of it. I attended 0 lectures and started it last wk - it done!
This dropped in my email this week. Couldnโt be prouder of staff and their achievements which are recognised in this report.
Not a bad week at all. ๐๐ป๐ฅ๐๐ป๐ฅ
Please find attached a copy of our recent Ofsted inspection report.
We continue to be a GOOD school.
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Thank you staff, stakeholders, LA, consultants and curriculum visitors who have supported us on our journey.
I want to inspire our children with Dyslexia by inviting a speaker, who has dyslexia, to share their story and successes. Any recommendations? East Midlands.
#dyslexia
@DyslexiaMission
@BDAdyslexia
Headteacher speaking about the important of flexi-working policy. She reminds us that women parents can be successful Headteachers.
Yep - itโs tough but can be done! โค๏ธ๐ฅ
Head Teacher well-being time. Not shy to say this half-term has been full on. I could literally work non-stop. Today is me timeโฆ
Out with the girlsโฆ
Dinner and
#Motown
show.
๐๐ป๐ฅ๐ฅ๐๐ป๐ชฉ
Tears in my eyesโฆ๐ฐ she has been attempting to smash the record all morning. Had the whole crowd cheering as they new she could it. She smashed itโฆjust brill. ๐ป๐ช ๐ฅ๐ record! In awe ๐๐ป
#Tokyo2020
#FasterHigherStrongerTogether
Half-term work. I am so excited about this project. Brand new KS1 outdoor area being built. Our current KS1 chn missed too much outdoor continuous provision - something we aim to give them back. Canโt wait for this to be finished. ๐ฅโค๏ธ๐๐ป๐๐ป๐๐ป
Listening to this audiobook. I have learnt so much about trauma over the years, but this book is differentโฆit contains fascinating life stories (including Oprahโs) of bravery and resilience. Free on YouTube โค๏ธ give it a listen. ๐๐ป๐๐ป
Where Iโve been since Boxing Day. Iโm waiting for my Covid test result. My body aches ๐ฉ. No fever, the opposite, Iโm shaking from being desperately cold. Taking both paracetamol and Nurofen and still feel pain ๐ฉ Better soon I hope...such bad timing Iโve got so much to do. ๐คท๐ปโโ๏ธ
@Newheadteacher
I think testing us weekly, like care home and NHS staff, would be very useful. Having the children back has been wonderful - we really want to stay open but there are lots of challenges. Iโm sure the Government will make changes as they want us open too. ๐คท๐ปโโ๏ธ Waiting game! ๐ฅด
Quite frankly, as a leader, you role model your expectations and donโt ask others to do anything you are not prepared to do.
Did u see school staff turn their playgrounds into outdoor pubs (after hours) during the lockdown?
Stop it! Own your wrong & apologise to the public
"This wasn't a social occasion, it was staff having a drink after meetings"
Deputy PM Dominic Raab defends a new photo showing the PM and colleagues having a gathering in the No 10 garden during lockdown.
@DrJessTaylor
Wow! Really! Wonder if any women claimed this ๐ง Now this is published theyโll be loads of claims ๐๐คฆ๐ปโโ๏ธ. It is a Maslow need (soโฆ) but Iโm still uncomfortable about this knowing people with serious health conditions are being turned away and operations are cancelled all the time.
@PrimaryHT_Mum
Oh my what a delight to hear this.
My common statement: adapt your school to meet the chnโs needs - stop adapting chn to meet your schoolโs needs.
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Take two - dissertation module has begun and so has the reading. I failed to complete last time ๐ก. New headship, headship during Covid, being a Covid patient, being a mum, and bad lifestyle habits = non-submission. ๐๐ฐ Wonโt fail this time. ๐๐๐โโ๏ธ๐๐ฉ๐ปโ๐
@CensoredHead
Have said the same. I canโt make redundancies as we are short staff already. Have said to SBM Iโll submit the deficit budgetโฆwe submitted a 3 yr budget with no deficit in Apr. This is central governmentโs decision - they have to own it. Not going to lose sleep at all.
So impressed with the education team at
@RoyalDerngate
who have given us an incredible 100 free tickets for our chn and a parent in order for them to attend this show next Wednesday. In awe of community projects like this. Thanks you!
#edutwitter
@chrisdysonHT
Best thing that ever happened to me was recovering from a difficult time with my MH. Why? I began a beautiful journey of self-discovery. I created my own survival tool kit.
I feel such pride that today I tell a positive story and support others. โค๏ธ
#WorldMentalHealthDay2023
I miss teaching and our AHTs are growing Head Teachers so we swap every Wed. They deputise while the DHT and I teach. ๐๐ปWhen you leave a EYFS leader
@srobinsonsmith
in charge this is what you come back to. Just brilliant-a little den for those who need a little time out.
Last minute, I booked a week away to the
#IsleofWight
. A brilliant holiday for whatever you like to do. Wld recommend. Very affordable break- I felt like I was abroad.
Back to finish my dissertation. Over half way now and will def make the deadline. ๐๐ป๐๐๐ป๐ฉ๐ปโ๐๐
5 more days to go - check out my session for โteachers as leaders of the classroomโ or โschool leadersโ. In a humorous way, Iโll share how our teachers have developed โcharacterโ education. A fun conversational interactive sessionโฆ with videos and some humorous Qs to considerโฆ
@SwailesRuth
Condolences to you and your family at this difficult time. U have given so much to ppl on hereโฆyouโve also used your courageous voice to stand up for others. Itโs time for us to help u by listening and supporting u. If sharing on Twitter has helped u then itโs no oneโs concerns
A kindness story. My daughter has SLD including Dyslexia and is now on an ADHD pathway assessment. She had epilepsy during early life, it is believed the seizures may have impacted her this way.
@MissSharp2020
, who is proud of her super power, bought these to share with her. โค๏ธ๐๐ป
This is where I am at. Nearly 5000 words done and lots of research papers read. Mum during the day student at night. Enjoying getting it done. ๐ฉ๐ปโ๐๐๐๐
#MSc
#student
I have never held a grudge - Iโm constantly critiqued for this. Some consider me gullible and say that I donโt set boundaries. I believe in greater forces who manage the wrongs in the world. Donโt get me wrong I will disconnect if I need to but I wonโt show hate. Thatโs not me.
Love thisโฆjust brilliant. Have had such brilliant feedback from pupils and parents about this weekโs learning.
#NeurodiversityCelebrationWeek
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Headteacher takes on 15,000ft skydive to help fund school improvements - so proud of โฆ
@Head4Happiness
โฉ - wish you all the best with thisโฆ. โค๏ธ School staff are amazing.
Saturdays - dissertation reading. Re-reading โThe Thinking Schoolโ. You know you โค๏ธ a book when you destroy it with notes. A brilliant read if you want to transform your CPD vision and learning culture.
@Thinkingschool2
Thank you
@Ethical_Leader
for tonightโs
#iamremarkable
. Can not recommend enough. I have changed my profile name and now own my account as advised. I am remarkable as I have secured a Headship ๐๐ป๐๐ป
@WomenEd
๐ฅ๐น๐ซ
Blogger of the year award to my Twitter sister
@Missymusician81
. Big big love! So proud and finally got to meet you ๐๐ปโค๏ธ๐๐ปโค๏ธ Oh my, your message is making me cry ๐ข
#edutwitter
#nexusawards2022
Wow, such support out there. Congrats
@EmmaRaducanu
. Do not follow tennis but you donโt have to know the sport to know this is a huge achievement. You will go down in history - only 18 as well. ๐๐ป๐๐ป๐๐ปโญ๏ธ
#womenempowerment
๐ฌ๐ง
@SholaMos1
Reminds me of Cyntoia Brownโs case (Murder to Mercy - Netflixโs). Virginia G needs her legal team. They stressed over and over that a CHILD cannot be blamed for these acts. To think there are men defending this claim who are FATHERS to daughters ๐คฆ๐ปโโ๏ธ๐ก.
Head Teacher networking is simply the best thanks
@HappyHead74
always love your calls and
@KyrstieStubbs
for your email today and
@ColetteLamb_HT
for your direct message. Also
@ProudHeadTeach1
for always checking in. There is so much collaborative spirit out there ๐๐ป๐๐ป
A brilliant keynote from my colleague & friend
@anson_kari
from
@NexusMat
. โFrom Care to Headโ - she explained how her trust leaders have fully supported her with this keynote and her vision to better the trustโs support towards those on care. โค๏ธ๐๐ปโค๏ธ๐๐ป
#BrewEdBrum
Completed two terms and it has been the most mind blowing experience. Have loved every minute. Love a challenge and it is certainly that!!! ๐๐ป๐๐ป
@ClaireJones_HT
@ColetteLamb_HT
@Sharifahlee4
School improvement visit today. All day โexplorationโ (I have removed the word monitoring - power imbalance) of RWMs and a few wider curriculum subjects. I never fear these visits. Inspired by
@HappyHead74
@KyrstieStubbs
and
@chrisdysonHT
โs approach. Have a great day all. ๐๐ป๐๐ป
Fantastic day today! First FGB meeting today. Great supportive governors. Great end of term staff meeting with such a great staff body. Seriously love our school and my job โค๏ธ. Itโs certainly challenging times in schools but weโve got great peeps around.
The the death of HT colleague, shortly after an inspection, has hit the us hard. We donโt know all the circumstances but what all HTs do know is the immense pressure felt prior to inspection. We are not saying โnoโ to accountability but a reform esp on how information is shared.
An open letter to
@Ofstednews
and
@educationgovuk
: The tragic death of a headteacher underscores the urgent need for change in the inspection system. Action must be taken to address the unsustainable demands placed on school leaders.
#ForRuth
HT killed herself after news of low Ofsted rating, family says. Ofsted - Guardian
Thinking of your family, school community & friends at this very sad time. ๐๐ข๐ Iโm sure every HT in the country wishes they were there for you. This is why I value
#edrt
Had the most enjoyable week. The highlight was annual school trip to the beach. We had such an amazing time.
Today - non stop!
Nursery Graduation
Sports day achievement assembly
Yr6 Vs Teachers football match
Yr6 class party (signing items)
Love my job!!
Thatโs it all
@GillianKeegan
@RishiSunak
What about children with EHCPs whose funding is due to be cut. Will they be excluded from the plan?
Also only one child said extra Maths. Further consultation worth having as we would hate to make attendance worse.
Thanks Gillian.
Wishing my friends (some of which are like family) and colleagues a very happy
#Diwali
. Enjoy this precious time with your friends and family. Much โค๏ธ
Asking everyone, no matter your background or faith, to join me in wishing eachother a happy Diwali and a year filled with happiness, good health and prosperity