‘When I told my mum I was going to university, she hit the roof – she needed me to contribute to the home’: @john-camp.bsky.social, CEO of the Compass Partnership of Schools, talks to Tes about his childhood, career and educational philosophy

"I didn’t have a father at home, but I did have great male role models elsewhere. They were really important." Really good piece for How I Lead from @john-camp.bsky.social on everything from poverty to control, and from rewards in schools to escaping to Wales www.tes.com/magazine/lea...

⁦‪‬⁩Sam Freedman detailing the policy landscape for ⁦‬⁩ Compass Partnership heads at our annual headteacher conference @compassschools.bsky.social @samfr.bsky.social

Reassuring that the profession are being heard.I guess we are all looking forward to seeing what this will actually look like in reality. www.tes.com/magazine/ana...

School funding for next year is bleak

Pleased to have the opportunity to join⁦‪ @john-camp.bsky.social ‬⁩ to share the priorities and challenges facing the education sector with ⁦‪@cmckinnellmp.bsky.social

We “are committed to robust accountability for schools and colleges, but disagree that this approach is the right way to achieve that end.” Thanks @fcdwhittaker.bsky.social for this detailed write-up of the key points in @ascl-uk.bsky.social’s response to Ofsted’s consultation on inspection reform.

Thanks @johngroberts.bsky.social, @jasminenorden.bsky.social & @cerysturner.bsky.social for this summary of @ascl-uk.bsky.social's responses to the Ofsted and DfE accountability consultations.

Thanks to our panel with @edupolicyinst.bsky.social at #LDConf for a lively discussion examining Ofsted’s plans for report cards. @pepediiasio.bsky.social, @mp4stratford.bsky.social, @munirawilson.bsky.social, @jonnyuttley.bsky.social, @natalieperera.bsky.social, and @profcoe.bsky.social.

The next stage of the Curriculum and Assessment Review will look to create a more inclusive and fair system, address subject-specific challenges, and assess available pathways beyond GCSEs. Find out more ➡️ www.gov.uk/government/p...

📣 is it three months today until the first @ascl-uk.bsky.social & Education Mutual Business Leader roadshow takes place! Most of the presenters were at our conference on Friday where we did some in person planning! 📝 🧵

Thank you @lewisgoodall.com for sharing your reflections at #ASCL2025 on your own education through its 'golden age', and the work you continue to do to highlight the need for investment in children and young people.

Connection, collaboration and mutual support are key to professional growth. @mannybotwe.bsky.social @evelynforde1.bsky.social exemplify uplifting leadership

An inspiring session from @sineadmc.bsky.social talking about “ruthless prioritisation” and asks us to consider “what we can slow down, what we can skip and what can we stop” @ascl-uk.bsky.social #ASCL2025

Rushing back from @ascl-uk.bsky.social conference in Liverpool and got a few Tree of the Day contenders while trying to get a picture of the sunset over Runcorn. Think my winner is on the right

I'm at #ASCL2025 where @tomrees.bsky.social cites @edupolicyinst.bsky.social research on the variation of SEND identification as he sets out the challenges facing the SEND system

A pleasure to welcome @sineadmc.bsky.social CEO of @edsupportuk.bsky.social to the stage at #ASCL2025 for the final keynote of the morning session at Annual Conference.

The fabulous @sineadmc.bsky.social is now on stage at #ASCL2025, sharing some worrying stats about the mental health and wellbeing of school and college staff and the reasons behind these, including the decimation of wider services and the pressures of a high-stakes, low-trust accountability system.

We are delighted to welcome @alastaircampbell2.bsky.social to #ASCL2025 as our final keynote of Day 1.

Secretary of State Bridget Phillipson is up next at #ASCL2025. She talks about what we need to enable all children to succeed - great teachers, a curriculum that's fit for purpose, to tackle the attendance crisis, and strong and effective structures and accountability.

‘Education at the heart of the national conversation’

"Every 2 years, we take a whole-school photo. As headteacher, I’m the last piece of the puzzle, standing at the back, looking out across the entire school. And in that moment, it really hits you – the sheer diversity of young lives we serve." ASCL President @mannybotwe.bsky.social #ASCL2025

"Today’s young people face challenges that are vastly different from those of previous generations. Their world is shaped by smartphones, #socialmedia, memes, and influencers – forces that shape their identities, interactions, and even their mental #wellbeing." #ASCL2025

"As the voice of the profession, we have a critical role in ensuring that education policies are shaped by those who truly understand the challenges on the ground – you." #ASCL2025

ASCL President @mannybotwe.bsky.social with a rousing opening keynote at #ASCL2025, outlining what need to be the shared priorities for government and the profession.

Beautiful blue sky in Liverpool, as referenced by @pepediiasio as the @ascl-uk.bsky.social Conference. Time to connect & collaborate with great colleagues, working hard for our young people countrywide. Great opening @MannyBotwe - everyone deserves the best start to life. #ASCL25 #MEGA

"Children cannot learn, grow, or thrive if they are cold, hungry, and living in inadequate housing. No child should have to endure such hardship. This is why ending child poverty must become a national priority." #ASCL2025

"..the proposed changes to the #Ofsted framework feel like a kick in the teeth. We're already under enormous pressure, balancing the needs of our students with increasingly limited resources. More accountability, more high-stakes scrutiny won’t solve the recruitment and retention crisis." #ASCL2025

"It’s been over 5 years since ASCL highlighted the plight of the #forgottenthird in a landmark report. Since then, we’ve heard plenty of talk, but not enough action...There is, however, an opportunity to address this issue through the Curriculum and Assessment Review." #ASCL2025

@mannybotwe.bsky.social tells us we must invest in our business leaders and support staff - absolutely right @ascl-uk.bsky.social #ASCL2025

@ascl-uk.bsky.social And we’re off! A funny, clever and incisive speech by ASCL President @Manny Botwe

"You are the light. You are the hope that guides the future of our education system. Your work, your dedication, and your passion are the beacons that will lead us through the challenges we face." ASCL President @mannybotwe.bsky.social passionate and heartfelt keynote at #ASCL2025

ASCL Immediate Past President @john-camp.bsky.social welcomes the Secretary of State for Education @bphillipsonmp.bsky.social to the stage at #ASCL2025

*ANNUAL CONFERENCE UPDATE* Please note that bookings for ASCL Annual Conference 2025 have now closed. #ASCL2025

Digital Leader is out now, with an exclusive by Prof Lee Elliot Major on achieving an education system that values equity & excellence, tips on managing online negativity & @pepediiasio.bsky.social on working with government to break down the barriers to opportunity: www.ascl.org.uk/leader #ASCL2025

The wonderful Marc Rowland inspiring Compass School leaders and Greenwich colleagues this morning. How do we better meet the needs of all children? Insightful, practical and empowering. @marcrowland73.bsky.social @compassschools.bsky.social

📣 Don’t miss this powerful conversation with @evelynforde1.bsky.social - former ASCL President & award-winning headteacher - on tackling leadership challenges and breaking bias in education. 📅 12 March, 4PM 💻 On Zoom 🔗 Sign up today: tinyurl.com/2p54xxn6 #DiversityInEducation #Leadership

@compassschools.bsky.social - committed to equity and excellence

Yes. Very pleased to be involved in this conference with Marie-Claire and Maggie and to share how our thinking is developing about leadership mindset.

Wow! Thank you @johntomsett.bsky.social for inspiring our leaders today with a focus on great teaching and what we know works!

Is government forgetting the hard-earned lessons of the past about the importance of governance?

A fabulous two days of debate on important issues - a great sense of collegiality

Devoured this in one sitting. A must-read for MAT SEND folk. Thank you @nataliepacker.bsky.social and @davidbartram.bsky.social

Excellent newsletter from @stephenkb.bsky.social this morning on the strange schools bill announced before Christmas. My question on the reduction in academy freedoms is "what problem is it trying to solve"? www.ft.com/content/221a...

“We know numbers of autism and SEMH are on the rise, so who are the beacon partners that can support this in the local area? Mainstream schools and trusts need to know where the specialists are and what they can offer.” @nic-crossley.bsky.social