Teaching assistant cuts ‘couldn’t be more wrong’, says teacher-turned-MP Read: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/mq1es

School leadership coach Sarah Hussey reveals 10 practices to help headteachers remain positive during challenging times. Read here: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/jwdgo

Updated guidance for schools on establishing a uniform policy that reduces costs to parents and combats discrimination has been released. Find out more with Parents' Digest: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/144nt0

Hundreds of families took part in the Every Pair Tells a Story movement, highlighting the effects of the SEND system on children and young people. @laurendigest.bsky.social shares some of their voices: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1961bt

To mark the implementation of the new Ofsted framework, QE Insights reveals what a classroom observation would look like for primary teachers. FIND OUT MORE HERE 👇 https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/17fufi

Ofsted sees value in continuous provision in KS1 — when it’s curriculum-driven, intentional & used alongside direct teaching. Learn what this means for your classroom practice👇 https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1lhv6d #Ofsted #ContinuousProvision

Catch up with all the edu-news for TAs, LSAs and HLTAs this week with #TADigest Read: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1l7ood

The new Curriculum Assessment Review report emphasises the importance of oracy for all pupils. Read here: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/uhdku

Here are the key takeaways from the Curriculum and Assessment Review 2025 for school leaders👇 https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1hlehr

Parents - find out what you need to know about the reforms to curriculum and assessment that were announced this week. Read: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/mdd2u

The Curriculum and Assessment Review report is out, along with the government's response. Find out where SEND sits in the recommendations and future plans: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/ddm0z

QE Insights shares everything primary teachers need to know about the Curriculum and Assessment Review recommendations FIND OUT HERE 👉 https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/ddm0z

Winter is coming — but your classroom can stay healthy! ❄️ The DfE’s latest guidance shares 7 practical steps to cut absence and illness this season — from handwashing to better ventilation. Read more 👇 https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/146u0l

Belonging and inclusion not guaranteed in schools, report finds Read: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/bh5nb

Every Pair Told a Story - Parents and carers unite to expose the true extent of the SEND crisis. Read: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/vomyg

Many schools will be having parents'evenings during this half-term. Parent of two and experienced teacher, Nicki Chambers reflects on her own experiences and talks to educators about how parents can get the most out of the short appointments. Read: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1ht087

🔎Everything teachers need to know ahead of the new Ofsted Inspection Framework (anticipated for 10th November 2025) Find out what inspections will look like in your school – before, during and after READ MORE from QE Insights 👇 https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/lvz9w

“Work smarter, not harder” applies in the classroom, too. If you’re feeling stretched, these tips might help. Read here: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1cnet5 #TeacherLife #Wellbeing

Catch up with everything from TA Digest this week Read: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/180egv

Physical Literacy expert explains why going big before you go small is crucial to the strengthening fine motor skills needed for early handwriting and much more. Read here: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/mbnjy

If you are going trick or treating this evening for #Halloween2025, Parents' Digest has tips to keep everyone safe. Read here: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1f1bfz

As we reach the end of #ADHDAwarenessMonth, @laurendigest.bsky.social takes a look at how families and educators can recognise and support ADHD in girls. Find out more from QE Insights: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/hqo1h

A 182,000 signature petition called for families to be given 10 days of fine-free leave to take children on holiday during the school term. Helen Hayes told the debate that onus is on travel companies to stop punishing families with school-aged children. https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/128afs

New DfE target of 90% pass rate in the phonics check raises big questions for KS1 teachers. With summer-born pupils less likely to meet the standard, differentiated support is more crucial than ever. Read how age impacts outcomes and what schools can do. Read: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/somk1

Teaching assistants’ simple wellbeing plea: ‘Thank you goes a long way’ Read: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/11yx6w

Professor Sam Wass discusses children's attention and practical ways to support these skills. Read the full article here > https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/t74hb

Find out when and how to hand in your teacher resignation in 2025 - 2026 👇 Read: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/qph34

With many children on half-term break this week, Parents' Digest has put together a list of places children can eat for free, discount days out and free activities for families. https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/6ykgn

Catch up with the SEND news and updates from QE Insights, including: #Ofsted on inclusion #DLDday #SEND training 'essential' - Bridget Phillipson Find out more from @laurendigest.bsky.social: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1bzw91

Professor Sam Wass discusses how children's attention reveals effective ways to support these skills. Read here: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/t74hb

haring a passion for your job and inspiring others to become the best they can be is one of the most rewarding roles you can have in a school. So, if you’re ready to take that next step, here are seven steps to becoming a school leader. Read: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/g9c5h

Tuition fees, new qualifications and more, find out what parents need to know about the government's new Post-16 Education and Skills White Paper. https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/boj2c

Sir Martyn Oliver says schools shouldn't have to choose between inclusion and good behaviour. #Ofsted chief states 'inclusion demands high standards'. Find out more from @laurendigest.bsky.social: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1iwd3o

Do you feel pressure to go into work even when unwell? You're not alone. QE Insights hears from teachers citing the guilt of taking time off and how to combat this https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1jd6ku

imetabling continuous provision in KS1 doesn’t have to be overwhelming. QE Insights shares how to make time for play-based learning that supports independence and curriculum mastery 👇 https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/rx3qx #KS1 #PrimaryTeaching #PlayBasedLearning #ContinuousProvision

Claudio Sisera, MCTJ founder, talks about the ‘quiet revolution’ in which the role of male caregivers in early years is gaining momentum. Read here: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/jn1w3

Sharing a passion for your job and inspiring others to become the best they can be is one of the most rewarding roles you can have in a school. So, if you’re ready to take that next step, here are seven steps to becoming a school leader. Read: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/g9c5h

In the final instalment of the Halloween Safety Series, Parents' Digest looks at safety around bonfires and fireworks, including how to talk to children about the firework code. Read here: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/g9c5h

Assistive technology can be a crucial tool for learners with SEND, but latest data shows 'modest' uptake by educators. Find out more from @laurendigest.bsky.social: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/zcrvr

Are you a teacher working with increasing numbers of pupils with SEND? QE Insights shares tips for supporting pupils who are awaiting or don't have an EHCP in mainstream classrooms https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1iagy3

DfE sets a new 90% phonics screening check pass rate target. “Reading is the foundation for everything else.” — Bridget Phillipson Read: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1e7rnm #Phonics #Reading #PrimaryEd

Male teaching assistants are less likely to get a job over an equally experienced female applicant Read: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/xvof3

Ofsted Chief Inspector Martyn Oliver has said inspections must move away from relying solely on data. At the Confederation of School Trusts Annual Conference, he warned that over-reliance on data creates ‘false comparisons between schools’ and ‘lowers expectations’. https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/7h3l9

Ahead of the half-term break, Parents' Digest has put together a list of places children can eat for free, discount days out and free activities for families. https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/6ykgn

Pupils share what does (and doesn’t) work in mainstream school SEND units Read: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/6hs1k

This week, the DfE announced the introduction of a new mandatory reading test for year 8 pupils. Here's everything we know so far https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/ftf1t

Today is Developmental Language Disorder Day #DLDDay Around 2 children in every class may have #DLD, yet educators often are unaware of it. Find out more and how you can support pupils from @laurendigest.bsky.social: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/114iuw

Claudio Sisera, Founder of Male Childcare & Teaching Jobs, discusses ways we can bridge the gender gap in the early years workforce. Read here: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1af86s

In an exclusive interview with @TwinklDigest, @PRUsAPExec President @PhoenixEdSarah responds to the Conservatives’ plans to remove violent pupils from England’s schools. Read the full article: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1lj8j5

On Wednesdays, Parents' Digest talks safety. This week, with Halloween on the horizon they're looking at ways to keep your children safe when trick or treating 🎃 🦺 https://www.twinkl.co.uk/l/1f1bfz