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As the 2025/256 academic year draws to a close, I’ve been mulling over a few questions:
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AI: before we ask what it can do, we should ask what we as schools are for.
Part 1 of 3: A philosopher, an economist, and a builder walk into a staffroom. They don't agree.
Subject specialist talks
When was the last time you got visit another school, department or classroom?
AI + belonging?
What members are doing now with AI; what they were doing then. Plus belonging and 'both/and' thinking.
5 catch up coaching questions
How are your team doing?
Team (and classroom?) contracts
When people (whether it be staff, students or parents) aren’t clear on where they are going or how they’re meant to get there, the chances of success are minimal.
Listening levels
It doesn’t matter if you are just starting out in teaching or you’re an experienced senior leader, it’s vital you understand the people you work with (both young and old).
Coaching battles in your mind
3 ways to get the most out of more people at your school
Coaching: think and be (not do).
You’ve not had any sleep.
Parent reports
Getting parents on side can make a massive difference to your students’ outcomes.