Absolutely this. I was 39 when I graduated from the Open University. 40 when I completed my PDGE.

🌿 Before you plan, prune. Annual plans often collapse under the weight of “just one more initiative.” Start by subtracting → create clarity, focus & space for genuine improvement. Read more 👉 buff.ly/zjCwDtq #ThePruningPrinciple #EducationalLeadership

Some of the pupils I work with have been seriously abused. It affects their #behaviour on occasion... (punishing them for it rarely helps) #behaviour #SEMH

Self Care September - Day 25: Avoid saying 'I should’ and make time to do nothing actionforhappiness.org/self-care-se... #SelfCareSeptember

If you’re mainly focused on yourself, do something for someone else today If you’re mainly helping others, do something to care for yourself today

This was my MIL’s story. Joan all her life but christened with a different first name as the vicar objected to Joan as a first name and wouldn’t baptise her unless this happened. Hospital “She’s not very responsive…” “Are you calling her Joan like we’ve told you?” “Ah no…”

Oh it’s just so simple! Imagine the world if all humans were being nice humans #kindness

I know it’s important to assess but I think we lost something when we focus on scores not children #education #teachers

From today’s FB memories 😂 The Christmas cards are a great fundraiser but you have to start so early 🎄 #TeacherLife

To grow is to change

“What’s the best thing you’ve learned about storms?” Asked the boy. “That they end.” Said the horse Drawn on a wall in a coffee shop in Walberswick by @charliemackesy

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Just remembered I spotted and snapped this the other night when I was in London. Fabulous window.

In all the rush and the noise and the harshness, I hold on to the beauty of connections and friendship and taking our time. And savouring moments like this one.

Taking bookings now for 2026/7. Do get in touch.

Snapshot now. Nice clouds I thought. Sharing.

You are worthy of pursuing things that bring joy, calm and connection Image: www.instagram.com/dearbeautifu...

Hey Bluepals! More #buyastrangerabook day fun! @humanaqvi.bsky.social is offering to buy one lucky person the book of their choice, up to £15. ANY BOOK, not just the stuff on my dreamy website. So, if there's something you'd like, get in touch! UK only.

Spotted this in an antiques centre. Oh the memories! (But I didn’t buy it)

I’ve known MrEST forever. We’re off to the cinema this weekend. He wants to know if they serve Westler’s hotdogs “in the foyer NOW!” 🙄 We’ve not lived near that particular cinema for 30+ years 🤣 Anyone else remember them? youtu.be/VIScQKwsicg?...

I have last year’s calendar, it’s absolutely beautiful 😍

Image Credit: Tiny Buddha If we only associated with people who agreed with us 100% of the time, we would all be alone. 🙏

Deadline: Monday 29th September @ 5pm.  Visit our website for more info & to apply! We’d really love to hear from you: www.frameworktheatre.com/work-with-us 🧡

We’re currently recruiting emerging/early-career artists for the following paid roles: 💡 Lighting Designer 🔊 Sound Designer 🎨 Set & Costume Designer 🎧 Stage Manager 🎭 4 Ensemble Performers (any age, gender, ethnicity)

Throwback to our wonderful Burnout research & development in 2022! We really had the best time working with such talented artists 💫 & now YOU can help us bring Burnout: A Verbatim Play to the stage by applying to our recent callout! 🧵👇

This #buyastrangerabook offer from @eyesshutteacher.bsky.social is still up for grabs! They're offering to buy one lucky person the book of their choice, up to £15! ANY BOOK! If there's something you'd like, get in touch. UK only

A little behind-the-scenes of how my cats (and this time also a donkey) come to life ✍️

..something beautiful 🌼✨ #Photography #sunset #flowers #somethingbeautiful #timelinecleanse

It's #buyastrangerabook day! @eyesshutteacher.bsky.social is offering to buy one lucky person the book of their choice, up to £15! So, if there's a particular book you're after, get in touch. UK only

Good morning & welcome to Whiskers Wednesday Life is a story written in chapters, some heavy with sorrow, others light with joy, and many bursting with surprise. To know what comes next, you must be willing to turn the page Turn gently 🧡

***Nearly 300 free resources on #behaviour #inclusion #wellbeing*** Had a sort out with my blog, it's now all nicely categorised, includes: #SEMH #leadership #Classroom practice #Teenagers #International #Behaviour and YOU! Project #Books All free https://bit.ly/2HkTrYd

Just to be clear: - Paracetamol does not cause autism. - Sadiq Khan is not introducing Sharia law in the UK - We do not have a massive free speech problem here. - Britain is not on the verge of civil war. These are not controversial subjects or contested, they're just not true.

#womenedwednesday @womenedscotland.bsky.social @womened.bsky.social

“You can’t carry all that stuff forever. At some point, you need to put it down and rest.” Dr. Thema Bryant We don’t have to hold it all. We’re allowed to let go of what’s too heavy. The helpful things can stay… the rest, we can put down. 🧡 #kindness #SelfCompassion Picture by @joyfulsmolthings

Self Care September - Day 24: Accept yourself and remember that you are worthy of love actionforhappiness.org/self-care-se... #SelfCareSeptember

Everyday - talk nicely to yourself - you are listening #selfcare #wellbeing

#nature is simply amazing and magical Clearly there are fairies!!!!

Shame never motivates But love can #love

You are 👇

I'll be hosting a 500 Words BBC Live Lesson at 11am on 24 September for primary schools. Tell every teacher you know! #BBC500Words #BBCLiveLessons

Decide you’ll enjoy today in all its imperfections #mindset #happiness

Remember to look for the glimmers. The little good things that make your heart happy. They’re often easily overlooked, recognise them as the important bits of life 😊

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Once again, I sit here and ask… do you have any idea how lethal fever was before effective antipyretic meds were developed?