I’m feeling incredibly grateful and privileged as a CEO to see so many of our schools nationally recognised for the outcomes achieved by our disadvantaged pupils.

Absolutely thrilled to share the wonderful news that our recent Ofsted inspection has resulted in an extremely positive outcome for #SPAHacademy The report celebrates many strengths, highlighting the high-quality ed, exceptional care & strong sense of community that define us 🩵

Are you ready to work in an incredible school with amazing children in Tottenham? We are looking for talented Upper Key Stage 2 teachers to join our team this September. Come and be part of a school where your impact truly matters. ldbs.co.uk/teacher-vaca...

While visiting Meridian Angel, I met #TerryMordecai. Terry has been mentoring boys, meeting weekly to offer guidance & encouragement. He also sponsors a boxing club for our children. He truly embodies our values & generously gives his time & expertise to make a positive impact🩵

⬇️ PRICE DROP ⬇️ We’re pleased to announce a price drop for tickets to our London Lead Meet on 8th November. We’ve listened to feedback that travelling to (and within) London can be pricy. We want it to be accessible for all. We hope you can join us… www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/step-up-lo...

@msybibi.bsky.social @mradamkohlbeck.bsky.social @christallaj.bsky.social @edupulseco.bsky.social @dominichoudhury.bsky.social @artteachjess.bsky.social Please do share if you can. We hope you can join us!

On my way to visit 2 of our schools today in Surrey & Hounslow and what a privilege it is to do so as #CEO. Visiting our schools is always a highlight. It’s an opp to see our vision in action, connect with our #dedicatedteams & witness the impact of their commitment on the children

Our maths subject leaders working with our maths consultant looking at how to address children’s difficulties with fractions. Using manipulatives. #MathsWarwick here’s to another incredible year working with you! #LDBSLAT 🩵

Wecame together to recognise an Outstanding in all areas Ofsted outcome for St Michael’s CE Primary School in Wood Green,the smallest school in our trust. An immensely proud CEO moment and a reminder of what can be achieved through collective endeavour, vision, and care.

An early start filled with excitement & energy as we prepare to welcome Directors, Chairs& leaders from across our ten schools for our Family Trust Day: Representation Matters: Making Our Schools Flourish 2025,a leadership gathering grounded in the vision and values of LDBS Academies Trust 🩵

Meet Up in Phuket with #WomenEd Thailand! Come and grow our network together! Tuesday Nov 4th, Soho Pool Club at 5pm. womened.com/events/women...

Yesterday marked the first day of our #LATMAT leadership conference; an inspiring opportunity to celebrate each school’s journey and the impact our #trustvision is making in the communities we serve. Truly grateful to lead alongside this incredible group of exceptional leaders.

With just over a week to go until #HEADTEACHERING our penultimate case study hero is the wonderful Krystie Stubbs on managing stress! @bloomsburyed.bsky.social #headteacher #ukedchat #schoolleadership

Join #WomenEd Thailand in Bangkok Sun Nov 2nd to learn more about their mission to foster a world where those who identify as neurodivergent, and individuals with learning differences, are fully empowered. Inc a coaching workshop and mindfulness! womened.com/events/women...

Join us for a FREE webinar tomorrow, Monday 29 September at 7pm Join us by signing up here: lnkd.in/eMZKAf48 - the zoom link will be emailed to you and if you miss it you will be able to access the recording.

Fresh paint needed urgently in this bedroom. Got three samples today from B&Q. Which do people prefer?

Thank you @moremorrow.bsky.social for chairing an important and bold discussion this evening - and @trythisteaching.bsky.social @leoracruddas.bsky.social @christallaj.bsky.social and Amy Whittall for contributing 💜💜💜

A big congratulations to all our students graduating today! 💜 We're incredibly proud of everything you've achieved – and we can't wait to see what you'll do next 🎓🎉 #UCLGrad

I have just met with our @womened.bsky.social trustees and I am feeling deeply grateful. Each of these incredible women is a leader in her own right, and together they bring such wisdom, courage and generosity to our work.

Before you lead others, lead yourself to a moment of calm… and a cup of coffee. Happy Thursday lovely people 🥰

Wonderful photo and so good to see #womensupportingwomen 🥳🥳🥳

It was a gorgeous get together and meant so much to me 💜💜

One week to go until we get the key for the juniors temporary home. It has an office that I get all to myself! No more car office for me. After a few meetings on site I got to catch up with SLT on mat leave. Highlight of the day was definitely cuddles from Freddie.

A huge thank you to my wonderful @womened.bsky.social friends @vivienneporritt.bsky.social and #BiancaGreenhalgh, for such a special lunch – your friendship means the world to me. I'm constantly inspired by your strength, authenticity, and the passion you bring to everything you do #grateful 💜

What a wonderful summer term we all had! #ProudCEOmoment #Belonging @ascl-uk.bsky.social @cstvoice.bsky.social @womened.bsky.social issuu.com/ldbsacademie...

Chilled lunchtime treat at Cafe Soya.

I had a great time this evening taking part in the filming about LBF Healthier Streets Project. We were able to share what the project means to our school and community. The Smeaton Street community garden is looking fantastic as well.

Aren’t people just beautiful! A gift of appreciation … feeling blessed 🌸

An important collaboration between @womened.bsky.social @headsroundtable.bsky.social @bameednetwork.bsky.social and @cstvoice.bsky.social to address inequities in education. Sign up here: emea01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com?url=https%3A...

Superb article From @jonnyuttley.bsky.social highlighting the huge opportunities from BSiL www.tes.com/magazine/ana... Why the Best Start in Life strategy is good for schools | Tes

‘We know, in our heads & our hearts, that early gaps widen into a lifelong gulf. It doesn’t have to be this way, and it damn well shouldn’t be.’ Love this from @jonnyuttley.bsky.social on why Best Start will tackle poverty & disadvantage - a Tory legacy & national shame. www.tes.com/magazine/ana...

I’m so glad you’ve articulated this. What message does it send when every headline today is basically ‘woman cries - shock!’. Not so subtle undermining of female leadership.

Sign up for a free #WomenEd Thailand September 2025 new school year start! Make new connections and share your expertise! Across THREE locations: Bangkok, Chiang Mai & Phuket Saturday 6th September from 2pm (see link for exact times and locations) womened.com/events/women...

Free online leadership webinar coming up by #WomenEd Australia! @womenedaus.bsky.social Tuesday 29th July at 8am... womened.com/events/women...

I made stuffed peppers today!

Today marked the official launch of our #CookingSanctuary at one of our schs.This space will give pupils the opp to develop essential #lifeskills From learning how to prepare nutritious meals to understanding the value of teamwork,creativity & independence.A space for #GrowthConfidenceCommunity.l

Nice! Is stuffed veg fiddly to make? X

Arabic stuffed veg and Madeira cake today! 💚💛

All set to welcome our delegates to today’s #WomenEd event in London! Massive thanks to the brilliant team who made this possible — your passion, energy & commitment are inspiring. Let’s make today unforgettable! 💜 #WomenEdLondon #Leadership #WomenInEducation @WomenEd

Getting ready for the #WomenEd London event today! Excited to celebrate 10 years of disruption, connection, and empowerment and to help shape the next ten years. Let’s go! 💜 #10YearsOfDisruption #WomenEd @womened.bsky.social

A huge thank you to all our new and existing staff who joined us for today’s trust training. It was a real privilege to share our journey, celebrate what school improvement looks like across our schools, and reflect on how we support every colleague through high-quality professional development.

Calling all female educators in Switzerland! 📣 A chance to connect and expand your professional network... Next October 1st (a Wednesday) at 5pm local time... online... Get it in your diary before you take your well-deserved summer break! 💜 womened.com/events/women...

#imwithrachel too. I worry about the people who don’t care and never cry.

This. #imwithrachel

I’m proud to say I was not afraid to show my emotions when tears were near

I’m pretty sure every woman leader has had a cry at work. We are human. When our work matters, and we care about it, we feel it. #imwithrachel

Absolutely! Showing emotion isn’t a weakness it’s a strength & shows commitment. When the work we do matters- it moves us. Every woman in leadership knows the weight of responsibility; the passion it takes to keep pushing forward in a world that often expects us to hide our emotions. #ImWithRachel

It was a real privilege to welcome Midori Ueda, Senior Researcher from the NIER in Tokyo, to our trust today. Midori, joined by two distinguished senior academics, visited to explore approaches to school improvement at scale and share insights from Japan’s educational landscape.

Just hubby and moi for lunch today 💛 Roast lemon chicken and potatoes 🇬🇷🇨🇾 and cheesecake for dessert 🍨