Lots of bizarre, somewhat libertarian takes on schools and their rules recently. Latest example is on uniform. Of course (of COURSE) some careers won't require strict adherence to uniform/dress codes. But many do. Strictly.

Today is all about pupils' results and their achievements. But there will be many Heads of Department and school leaders for whom today's results are crucial. When I was Head of English in an RI school, results day ruined the entire holiday. So if that is you today, good luck.

Personal GCSE news. Our school - RI and 'Serious Weaknesses' for many years, 30%+ PP/FSM - look like we've secured a third consecutive year of record results and a positive P8 of c. +0.4. Very proud.

1/4 Dear Tech Giants, our names are more than just words - they are a fundamental part of our identity. 🧵

I started painting our stairwell, a corner of our bedroom and the downstairs toilet at 10 am yesterday. Finished at 3.30 am. So, y'know, rock n' roll bank holiday here! I guarantee Mrs Murder will arrive home today and either: a) say 'it looks the same' b) won't notice

A good day to revisit one the greatest adverts ever made… #Paralympics #SuperHuman #Paralympics2024 #London2012

What's the betting that, in amongst the hustle and bustle of the first day back tomorrow, I forget to Teacher Tapp and lose my streak? Gráinne Hallahan Laura McInerney

The rain made it gruelling at times, but #Radio2inthepark was fab.

Yes. Biscuit club is back. Today was jammy dodgers day. The joy. Imagine if you grew up in another country and you'd never had a jammy dodger before. And then one day, in school, your circle of besties introduces you to this magical baked wonder. Today was that day.

INSET day done properly. A run in the sun, then coffee and a fresh baked doughnut in the beautiful Avenham Park.

One for My Leg Waits

Just catching up with The Bear season 3. Blimey. If the 'Forks' episode from season 2 epitomised the passion and the obesseive detail and love of restaurants, then seasons 3's 'Doors' episode nails the madness and the anxiety and chaos. Almost triggering in its accuracy.

Magnificent Saturday night. Bread and butter pudding AND eldest daughter dancing her heart out to The Cure. Bliss.