Because teachers have a life outside of school, they can be even better in the classroom. Give your best during the school day, then give your best to life beyond work. Rest, family, hobbies, health — they all matter. Teaching is one of the most important jobs there is. But

“The one that grabs my heart and won’t let go.” Sir Lenny Henry shares the books that changed his life — and why reading for pleasure matters. What’s your must-read? Watch now on YouTube 👇 youtube.com/watch?v=wsdYAS…

Just a few days left to submit evidence for this: Meeting the needs of neurodivergent children and their families living in temporary accommodation - Special Needs Jungle specialneedsjungle.com/call-evidence-…

The government has extended the statutory override for local authorities, which will keep SEND deficits off their balance sheets for two more years. schoolsweek.co.uk/send-deficits-…

On SNJ Today: In the first of two articles on the #SchoolToPrisonPipeline, Dr Neil Alexander Passe explains the importance of early intervention in schools and what can happen if vulnerable young people are failed by #education specialneedsjungle.com/school-to-pris…

‘EHCPs aren’t just bureaucratic paperwork – without them, it becomes far harder to ensure the right help gets to the right child at the right time’: Speech and Language UK's Jane Harris issues a warning to DfE about scrapping education, health and care plans tes.com/magazine/teach…

Experts say 'the characteristics of good pedagogy for children with SEND aren’t all that different from good pedagogy, full stop'. So why isn’t everyone already doing it? We investigate the key issues that could be holding inclusive practice back ⬇️ tes.com/magazine/teach…

Since the DfE's new writing framework seriously downplays the importance of emergent writing, I'm giving away a free copy of my book on mark making because it 100% *does* matter! ☺️ Like and retweet to enter. Winner announced next Thursday. #EYFS #giveaway #freebie

.Ofsted has published its annual report for 2024-25 – from fewer inspections to its relationship with ‘stakeholders’, here’s everything you need to know... tes.com/magazine/news/…

This is not inclusion Bridget Phillipson It is segregation of children with very different needs in order to save money. bbc.co.uk/news/articles/…

I am sickened by the relentless demonisation of refugees. No refugee underfunded a school. No refugee closed a hospital. No refugee took away support from the sick and disabled. We need solutions not scapegoats. Stop blaming refugees and tax the rich instead!

'There was no campsite for my autistic son, so I'm starting my own' What a fantastic idea-hope she gets lots of support bbc.com/news/articles/…

Tomorrow, an MP will present a Neurodivergence (Screening and Teacher Training) Bill as a 10-minute motion. It calls for primary age universal screening to spot needs earlier and better teacher training. The MP, Adam Dance is severely dyslexic and has ADHD bdadyslexia.org.uk/news/adam-danc…

Ofsted’s latest toolkits provide an opportunity for schools to pause, reflect and ask the right questions of themselves. I'm going to be running webinar for school leaders and teachers, and I’ll be focusing on the Curriculum and Teaching strand. /1

#CVIsocietyconvention Radio language, Gordon Dutton fountain of knowledge. Privilege to be part of this event 🎉

Bridget Phillipson must not abandon special needs children spectator.co.uk/article/bridge…

I know teachers who: - Have stopped drinking water during the day because the staff toilet next to them has been broken for months. - who have an hour added to their morning routine because all but one photocopiers are broken. - are struggling to manage because most Support

I've had lots of requests to rerun my adaptive teaching webinar, so I'm hosting another one on 20th January. See the link below for details. Lots of practical advice on strategies for an inclusive classroom. Pay what you can to attend. Please RT. Thanks! eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-ultimate…

Another former pupil has come forward.... This man's life was made hell by Nigel Farage.. He was just 9yo when Farage (17yo) began his reign of terror on him "..I recall.. one day Farage, and at least one other, spotted me in the lower-school playground. He was about 17. He

🎬 Sarah Kilpatrick, NEU deputy general secretary-elect, is getting ready for Christmas Jumper Day! Your school or college can join the NEU + Save the Children Raising Hope appeal by wearing a jumper, decorating a top, or adding accessories. Share your plans and tag National Education Union to