Teachers make many decisions every day and the more clarity they have about their practice, the more those decisions can truly flourish The Great Teaching Toolkit’s 360° Feedback Tools make that clarity possible, helping teachers direct their energy to the areas that matter most buff.ly/InaKNdM

"The first time I encountered the concept of ‘poor proxies’ was during a presentation by Rob Coe in 2016 at the Festival of Education at Wellington College. This was a significant moment in my professional development. It challenged assumptions I had previously accepted..."

Teachers want feedback that supports growth, not just ticks boxes, the kind that fuels confidence and steady progress. That’s what the 360° tools were designed for: supportive insight that helps teachers feel seen, understood and equipped to take their next step. buff.ly/InaKNdM #EduSky

Great teaching is complex and while evidence matters, translating it into classroom practice can be the hardest part The classroom technique videos in the GTT make the evidence concrete, showing how teachers bring key elements of great teaching to life with pupils, in real contexts buff.ly/0lAuqlF

Great teaching is a complex act that requires a balance of cognitive precision, high expectations, and effective emotional support. This is why the Science of Learning is the “Golden Thread” of the Great Teaching Toolkit (GTT), infused into every part of it. Read more here

Ofsted has shifted its focus, shining a light on the leadership and governance of professional development in English schools more brightly than ever. Join Professor Stuart Kime as he maps the powerful alignment between the GTT and Ofsted’s latest evaluation criteria. buff.ly/5BT6XoM #UKEd

It’s @profcoe.bsky.social birthday today 🎂 From writing the Manifesto for Evidence-Based Education to shaping the Great Teaching Toolkit and beyond, Rob’s work has influenced evidence-informed practice for over 25 years. Join us in wishing him a happy birthday 🎉

Great teaching deserves to be seen, not just described. @profkime.bsky.social and @mradamkohlbeck.bsky.social are hosting a webinar on how technique videos in the Great Teaching Toolkit can bridge the gap from 'knowing' to 'doing' Sign up here www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/making-gre...

When tests hit the ceiling: Why ‘ceiling effects’ matter In this blog, Professor Rob Coe explores the concept through the lens of a real research project using schools' internal assessments. Read it here: buff.ly/VXsM67a #EduBlogShare

4 in 10 students feel their teacher knows when something is upsetting them. These findings, from the Great Teaching Toolkit, should give every leader pause for thought. Professor Kime explains why belonging matters and isn't a "nice-to have". Read it here buff.ly/39cAQue #EduSky

How do you ensure consistency across a whole school? The British International School Abu Dhabi (BISAD), faced a familiar challenge: ensuring consistency in teaching practices across year groups and departments while giving teachers the autonomy to grow. Read their story here

What does evidence-informed teaching look like in real classrooms? We’ve added a new set of classroom technique videos to the Great Teaching Toolkit, 50 techniques, brought to life by a teacher. @mradamkohlbeck.bsky.social explains what this looks like in practice

"Over a decade ago, Rob Coe and other researchers at the Sutton Trust authored What makes great teaching? Review of the underpinning research (2014). In this influential review, the authors identified several ‘poor proxies’ for learning..." Blog by Kate Jones Read it here

First webinar of the year, come join us! Join Stuart Kime and guest speaker Dr Jamaal Matthews sharing insights from Jamaal's work on Belonging-Centered Instruction. 🗓️ 28th January 🕔 16:00 GMT Register here: buff.ly/hcctvev #EduSky #UKEd

"The start of a lesson can set the tone for the rest of the lesson; when lesson routines become established & consistent, they become entrenched as the normal classroom expectations." Kate Jones on ensuring a smooth and successful start to a lesson. buff.ly/GHmuQdx #EduSky

💻 Webinar: Beyond Inclusion: Embedding Belonging in Everyday Classroom Practice Join Stuart Kime and guest speaker Dr Jamaal Matthews sharing insights from Jamaal's work on Belonging-Centered Instruction. 🗓️ 28th January 🕔 16:00 GMT Register here: buff.ly/hcctvev #EduSky #UKEd

Teacher collaboration: Why we’re for it (even when the evidence is weak). "A collaborative environment, on its surface, seems like an obviously good thing for any school. Who doesn’t like the idea of colleagues working together to increase student learning?" By Professor Rob Coe

Why are we holding out for more professional learning time? Professor Rob Coe delves into this important topic and explores the benefits of investing in continuous learning and growth for teachers. Read it here 👇 buff.ly/sUED3bn #UKEd

"There are several examples of classroom practices which have the potential to maximise opportunities for learning, but if not planned and delivered carefully, they could result in a waste of lesson time..." Blog by Kate Jones buff.ly/wQXy6LB #EduBlogShare

How do you ensure learners engage with feedback? "...If students don’t act on the feedback they receive, the time teachers spend reviewing work and providing thoughtful, relevant comments is wasted." Blog by Kate Jones Read more here buff.ly/iNUBlMc #EduBlogShare

What teaching win are you most proud of this year? Today, we’re taking a moment to reflect on the progress you have made, big or small, across classrooms everywhere. Was it: Stronger student independence? More consistent routines? Better questioning? Clearer explanations? Let us know 👇

3 more days to go This webinar with Professor Stuart Kime on 'Inclusive Excellence & Teacher Wellbeing: Leading Personalised PD' looks into the powerful role of school leadership in creating a supportive ecosystem where both can thrive. Register at the time most convenient for you buff.ly/x9pJ7n3

When schools create the right conditions for teachers to embed new habits, improvement doesn’t just happen, it sticks. Matthew Anglesea at Durham Sixth Form Centre shows what’s possible when professional learning is coherent and evidence-informed. Read their story here: buff.ly/fUEVlVm #UKEd

(1) Got great teaching expertise to share? We’re curating the Great Teaching Strand for the Festival of Education 2026 and we are looking for speakers. @educationfest.bsky.social If speaking at events has ever felt daunting or “not for you,” we’re here to change that.

In the latest instalment of this series, Matthew Anglesea, Assistant Principal at Durham Sixth Form Centre, shares how structured opportunities to develop, refine and embed specific techniques in their classrooms lead to real impact. Read their story here buff.ly/iVlYoYg #EduSky #UKEd

Join Stuart Kime in this webinar on 'Inclusive Excellence & Teacher Wellbeing: Leading Personalised PD' looks into the powerful role of school leadership in creating a supportive ecosystem where both can thrive. Register at the time most convenient for you buff.ly/hs1xilw? #EduSky #UKEd

When tests hit the ceiling: Why ‘ceiling effects’ matter In this blog, Prof Rob Coe explores the concept through the lens of a real research project using schools' internal assessments. Read it here: buff.ly/t3aviPN #EduBlogShare #UKEd

What does Ofsted’s school inspection toolkit mean for professional learning? In this blog Stuart Kime unpacks what this shift means for schools, and how leaders can build highly effective cultures of professional learning and expertise. Read it here: buff.ly/DrRstwj #UKEd

Last chance to register for tomorrow's webinar! Join @profcoe.bsky.social to explore how school leaders can use the Great Teaching Toolkit: Evidence Review (2020) to drive genuine professional growth This session will run twice on the day to suit different time zones - link in comments to register

How can schools sustain teacher motivation, especially when time is short, and priorities are many? Matthew Anglesea at Durham Sixth Form Centre shares how they used the Great Teaching Toolkit to create momentum that lasts. 👉 Read the story: buff.ly/t9fRSuH #EduBlogShare #EduSky

Webinar: From Performance Management to Professional Growth Join @profcoe.bsky.social to explore how school leaders can use the Great Teaching Toolkit: Evidence Review (2020) to drive genuine professional growth. This session will run twice on the day to suit different time zones (link in comments

Webinar: From Performance Management to Professional Growth Join @profcoe.bsky.social to explore how school leaders can use the Great Teaching Toolkit: Evidence Review (2020) to drive genuine professional growth. This session will run twice on the day to suit different time zones buff.ly/fJKzE2C

Finding the right resource shouldn’t mean hours of searching. Our NEW website makes it easier to explore resources linked to the Model for Great Teaching filter by blog, podcast and video and even search for a topic of interest! 👉 Explore the resources here: buff.ly/1Ujia83 #EduSky #UKEd

How do you ensure learners engage with feedback? "Ensuring students engage with feedback is vital. A lack of feedback engagement can prevent learners from making progress and can potentially lead to repeated mistakes..." ✍️ NEW blog by Kate Jones Read more here: buff.ly/UTJvgaV #EduBlogShare

When schools build shared understanding and trust, CPD becomes something teachers own and outcomes improve for everyone. This blog is the first instalment in a five-part series written by, Matthew Anglesea, Assistant Principal at Durham Sixth Form Centre, 👉 Read their story: buff.ly/nDgLULH

Marking, coloured pens, grades, workload… If we were to play a word association game around feedback, what would you think of? A short guide to delivering effective and meaningful feedback to students Download and share this free eBook 👇 buff.ly/c6Xe5ov #EduSky #UKEd

We’ve opened a few extra spaces for tomorrow’s webinar. Don't miss out! In this session Stuart Kime will explore how you can navigate the professional learning and expertise area of the recently released Ofsted Toolkit. Register here: buff.ly/QdRyPhd #UKEd #Ofsted

💻 Webinar: Beyond Inclusion: Embedding Belonging in Everyday Classroom Practice Join Stuart Kime and guest speaker Dr Jamaal Matthews sharing insights from Jamaal's work on Belonging-Centered Instruction 🗓️ 20th October 🕔 16:00 BST Register here: buff.ly/o4A8ivd #EduSky #UKEd

What if every teacher knew exactly where to focus their growth and could see the impact on students? The Great Teaching Toolkit brings together everything you need for evidence-informed professional learning: personalised pathways, 360° feedback, and more! buff.ly/Cq1EeAJ

What does Ofsted’s updated inspection toolkit mean for how schools think about professional development? Join us for this free webinar with Stuart Kime in exploring how to navigate the professional learning and expertise area of Ofsted Toolkit. Register here: buff.ly/BYeec42 #UKEd

Looking for your next podcast listen? 🎧 In episode 14 of the Elements of Great Teaching podcast series, Stuart Kime and Adam Kohlbeck explore Dimension 3, Element 3 of the Model for Great Teaching, preventing and responding to disruption. Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts (links in comments)

What every teacher needs to know about assessment. eBook on how effective teaching requires ongoing professional development in assessment. Download now: t.ly/HRqOE #EduSky

"The renewed framework's focus on professional learning is not just semantic. It could mark the end of fragmented, ineffective CPD" Read Professors Stuart Kime and Rob Coe's Schools Week article on Ofsted's recently released inspection toolkit.

What does Ofsted’s updated inspection toolkit mean for how schools think about professional development? Join us for this free webinar with Stuart Kime in exploring how to navigate the professional learning and expertise area of Ofsted Toolkit. Register here: buff.ly/BYeec42

🌅 'This framing is a crucial starting point for a new, more evidence-informed conversation about supporting teachers’ growth' @evidencebased.education's Professors Coe and Kime

How do you deal with misconceptions? "It is important for teachers to be aware of misconceptions when planning and designing lessons but also to be responsive when misconception arise." Misconception banks by Kate Jones Read it here: buff.ly/xYCSLFR #EduBlogShare #EduSky

What does Ofsted’s updated inspection toolkit mean for how schools think about professional development? Join us for this free webinar with Stuart Kime in exploring how to navigate the professional learning and expertise area of Ofsted Toolkit. Register here: buff.ly/BYeec42

What does Ofsted’s school inspection toolkit mean for professional learning? In our latest blog Stuart Kime unpacks what this shift means for schools, and how leaders can build highly effective cultures of professional learning and expertise. Read it here: buff.ly/0gE7ecm #EduBlogShare #UKEd

How do you support managed autonomy? We spoke to Benjamin Sharratt, vice principal at GEMS Wellington International School in how they are creating a culture of managed autonomy around evidence-based professional development. Read more here: buff.ly/ikI5Xpt

In uncertain times, what can trust leaders hold onto? A secure anchor: developing high-quality teaching. In this paper with @cstvoice.bsky.social & co-authors we explore how trusts can implement improvement effectively. Download here👉 cstuk.org.uk/resources/im... #UKEd #EduSky