REMINDER: New FREE WEBINAR from @norfolkrs.bsky.social: Don’t just give revision resources – teach students how to use them: Embedding a whole-school culture of effective study skills. Find out more and book your place:

New on the Teaching blog: What early language intervention taught me. Sallie Wood, at teaching assistant at Henleaze Infants School, shares how delivering the NELI programme has become one of the most rewarding parts of her role. Read the post:

An absolute must-attend event for ECTs and mentors: Belonging Effect annual virtual DEIB for ECTs conference 2026. When: Fri 26th June Where: Zoom Find out more:

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We're in exam season, and it isn't just students who'll be finding it stressful. We like this, from @edsupportuk.bsky.social: 5 ways teachers can regulate their nervous system during stressful school days. Practical tips to reduce stress, here:

BREAKING NEWS: Autumn 2026 NPQ funding - announced 18 May 2026. Full funding is available for the NPQH, NPQSL, NPQ SENCO and NPQEYL, although total places remain capped. Specialist NPQs are funded for those schools on the eligibility list. Find out more:

ICYMI, on the Teaching blog: Leading with heart: Rozina’s career pathway from courtrooms to classrooms. From lawyer to classroom practitioner, Rozina's career change was driven by a commitment to service and the power of seeing yourself reflected in leadership. teaching.blog.gov.uk/2026/05/11/l...

We are seeking your favourite education books for our reading list. 📚 While we encourage teachers to take a proper break from work, we also want to support those who would like to delve deeper into educational topics over the summer. Submit a book: https://dotdigital-pages.pulse.ly/0tistyudi5

Issue 27 of Impact Journal is arriving with Chartered College of Teaching members this week! 🎉 Members will be able to access the full issue on MyCollege, including exclusive online-only articles. #ImpactJournal #Pedagogy #EarlyYears #SecondaryTeacher #PrimaryTeacher #PupilMentalHealth #AI

ICYMI on the Teaching blog: From nearly quitting to leading change: Omar’s journey in education. From a challenging start as an NQT to headship, Omar shares what sustained him and how his experience shapes his approach to inclusive school leadership Read more: teaching.blog.gov.uk/2026/05/11/f...

ICYMI: the EEF has updated its A School's Guide to Implementation website, bringing together the full suite of resources in one place. The update includes videos and blogs that exemplify implementation in practice. More here:

New FREE WEBINAR from @norfolkrs.bsky.social: Don’t just give revision resources – teach students how to use them: Embedding a whole-school culture of effective study skills. Find out more:

New from Ambition Institute: Leading Enhanced Provision. This exciting programme is for leaders in mainstream schools who are planning or have recently established an enhanced provision. Register your interest now to be the first to hear when applications open:

New from the MTPT Project: Cradle to Classroom Information Event, Tuesday 23rd June, 09:00-09:30. Sign up to learn more about our Cradle to Classroom programme of parental transition support for next academic year:

New on the Teaching blog: Creating opportunities, inspiring change: Asma’s path to deputy headship. Asma Baig reflects on her path from law graduate to school leader, discussing maternity leave, missed promotions, and the power of representation. Read the post: teaching.blog.gov.uk/2026/05/11/f...

We love this, from Education Support: a whole suite of resources for auditing and monitoring staff wellbeing. Grab them here:

Mental Health Awareness Week, 11-17 May - download your free toolkit! The Mental Health Foundation is the home of MHAW. The theme this year is action "because, while awareness is vital, real change comes when we take action too." Read more:

Research opportunity: coaching for trainee and early career teachers. Ambition Institute is running a new research project to improve how teachers receive feedback during their CPD. We are looking for ITT and ECTs to participate. Read more:

Focus on... Registering September starters. All you need to know about registering your ECTs for induction, including information about the new RECT service: www.thejulian-tsh.org.uk/news-and-eve...

📢 All about NPQs: check out our updated information about NPQs, and fill in an expression of interest so that you're among the first to know when applications open:

REMINDER: Have you checked out the EEF trials recruiting in Norfolk? Contribute to the evidence base and support your colleagues to improve teaching and learning:

📖 National Year of Reading 2026: Summer term activity for schools and EY settings is now live! The summer term programme builds on the work started in the spring and deepens the focus on sustaining a ‘reading for pleasure’ culture. Read more:

📢 More from NIOT: NIoT’s Centre for Digital Information Literacy in Schools (CDILS), supported by the Pears Foundation, has released a guide to help schools respond to the growing challenge of conspiracy beliefs and misinformation. Find it here:

‼️ Still time to book: ITT to ECT - Join the Eastern Region Teaching School Hubs to hear about what to expect as you embark upon your ECT years, from the role of teaching school hubs to practical advice around your two-year induction. More:

From the EEF: Improving teaching doesn’t always mean introducing something new. Often, it’s about refining what’s already in place. Small, deliberate shifts can make it easier to spot when pupils are struggling and respond in the moment. Read more:

‼️ New from NIoT: The National Institute of Teaching has recently launched its Evidence Portal, a free online resource that gives educators access to the most rigorous evidence on professional learning, alongside practical insights from schools in England. Find it here:

📢 An exciting opportunity for ECTs, from NCETM and Maths Hubs: fully funded access to a suite of PD materials, the ‘ECT Expertise in Teaching Maths modules’. Find out more:

Thursday 14 May is Wear it Green day, raising funds and awareness for mental health. Find out how to organise an event in your school:

More from the MTPT Project, for parent-educators: Life Friendly Leadership - May cohort begins on 7 May. Fully funded in the East of England:

ICYMI: we love this from @norfolkrs.bsky.social: Don’t Just Give Revision Resources – Teach Students How to Use Them - a whole-school approach to embedding evidence-based study skills. Read it here:

Have you checked out the EEF trials recruiting in Norfolk? Contribute to the evidence base and support your colleagues to improve teaching and learning:

A reminder for parent-educators: the MTPT Project's parental leave coaching programme begins on 5 May - fully funded in the East of England:

It's Stress Awareness Month, and Mental Health UK has an extensive resource page if you need support in dealing with stress. Find it here: mentalhealth-uk.org/help-and-inf...?

Still time to book: ITT to ECT - Join the Eastern Region Teaching School Hubs to hear about what to expect as you embark upon your ECT years, from the role of teaching school hubs to practical advice around your two-year induction. More: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1984867345...

More from the Teaching blog: Take Stock and Unlock. Stephanie Welsford, Senior Deputy Headteacher at Villiers High School, explains how Unlocking Reading allowed for a re-set in literacy strategy Read the post:

ICYMI: we love this, from Belonging Effect: Wellbeing coaching for trainee teachers. "Having a neutral and confidential space for trainees to discuss their individual needs can allow feelings to be validated and a wellbeing plan to be created." Read more:

This year, Mental Health Awareness Week will take place from 11 to 17 May 2026. Check this out from the Mental Health Foundation and find out why they've chosen 'action' as this year's theme:

ICYMI on the Teaching blog: A call to serve: How community shaped my path into teaching. Haris Shafi talks about navigating racism, redesigning his setting’s history curriculum, and creating a culture where every child feels proud of who they are. Read the post:

All about NPQs: check out our updated information about NPQs, and fill in an expression of interest so that you're among the first to know when applications open:

New on the Teaching blog: Opening doors: How representation shapes opportunity. Shahista Zamir reflects on her journey into education – navigating cultural expectations, racism, and the challenges of balancing leadership with parenting. Read the post:

ICYMI: @theeef.bsky.social has published its response to Ofqual’s consultation on on-screen exams: that any move towards on-screen assessment must not have a detrimental impact on pupils from disadvantaged backgrounds. Read the response:

ICYMI on the blog: How do you solve a problem like support staff? Susi responds to two reports highlighting the working conditions of school support staff: www.thejulian-tsh.org.uk/news-and-eve... @thenfer.bsky.social

More from the Teaching blog: Nadim’s story: Teaching with purpose. From pupil to practitioner, one teacher reflects on returning to the school where he was educated and the profound impact of representation on student aspiration. Read the post:

Back on familiar ground for @thenfer.bsky.social: "Our latest Research Bite, Teacher Retention: A Summary for Schools, explores some of the key factors linked to teachers’ decisions to leave the profession..."

Back on familiar ground for @thenfer.bsky.social: "Our latest Research Bite, Teacher Retention: A Summary for Schools, explores some of the key factors linked to teachers’ decisions to leave the profession..." www.nfer.ac.uk/for-schools/...

We love to see @msybibi.bsky.social on the Teaching blog: From representation to revolution: Yamina’s fight for equity in education. Our education system is strongest when every teacher, leader and student can see themselves represented. Read the post:

BREAKING: @ambitioninstitute.bsky.social has just published its NEW Inclusive Teaching Framework, designed for teacher educators, that sets out knowledge that teachers require in order to meet a wider range of pupil needs in mainstream classrooms. Read more: www.thejulian-tsh.org.uk/news-and-eve...

Don't miss: Early Years Festival of Professional Development 2026. "Inspiration, learning and connection, bringing the sector together for a day of PD with an outdoor focus." More: www.thejulian-tsh.org.uk/news-and-eve...

Schools are invited to collaborate on a research project exploring the experiences of transgender/gender‑diverse young people in the UK. The project centres young people’s voices and aims to inform future policy and practice that supports inclusion.

An opportunity to help shape training around SEND: The TSHC is keen to gather insights from ECTs and mentors, particularly on what ECTs need when working with SEND pupils in mainstream and special schools. Read more and share your thoughts: