What inspired @itimbrell.bsky.social to write #ItsMoreThanFlagsandRainbows? 💭 Hear his story in this sneak peek from his book launch with the Belonging Effect: buff.ly/PmYpsFI This inspiring handbook provides educators with practical guidance for creating truly inclusive schools: buff.ly/m8rspBw

Great to see #ItsMoreThanFlagsandRainbows by @itimbrell.bsky.social reviewed so positively in the Midwest Book Review! 🙏 Read it in full at: buff.ly/HNvvRlR Learn more about how you can ensure #LGBTQ+ members of your school community feel safe, seen and supported: buff.ly/fEYjPXj

I know what bullying feels like. So does my 12-year-old. That’s why this matters to me more than anything. Today I spoke with head teachers and senior leaders across @rctcouncil.bsky.social about how More Than Flags and Rainbows can help schools and families unite to tackle bullying.

Don’t miss @itimbrell.bsky.social's virtual book launch with Belonging Effect (formerly Diverse Ed)! This event is an opportunity for teachers, school leaders & governors to gain insights from the book about how best to approach #LGBTQ+ belonging in the classroom. 📆 Nov 17 at 4pm 🔗

Did you know that when children are adopted, their trauma disappears?

Thundercats, Ho!

Catch @itimbrell.bsky.social on the latest episode of The Queer Economy podcast, where he talks about moving from 20 years in teaching to founding More Than Flags and Rainbows 📻: buff.ly/aa8GDUy 📚 For more on creating truly inclusive schools, see Ian's new book: buff.ly/iUTgAVr

Catch @itimbrell.bsky.social on the latest episode of The Queer Economy podcast, where he talks about moving from 20 years in teaching to founding More Than Flags and Rainbows 📻: buff.ly/aa8GDUy 📚 For more on creating truly inclusive schools, see Ian's new book: buff.ly/iUTgAVr

Brilliant first day training staff in Bluestone National Park Resort on creating an inclusive experience for their guests… Plus giving out some fun prizes for our quizzes on LGBTQ+ vocabulary.

It’s been three weeks since my last treatment for my haemochromatosis, which means my iron levels are too high and I’m dealing with extreme fatigue and aching.

In other shocking news, racists aren’t welcome in Black Lives Matters protests. Is she also going to complain about that too?

@itimbrell.bsky.social joins Ben Whitaker & Steven Hope on the Edufuturists podcast 🎙 A brilliant chat on creating school cultures where everyone feels safe, seen & supported: buff.ly/XCcR61A Learn more about improving #LGBTQ+ provision in Ian’s book, #ItsMoreThanFlagsandRainbows: buff.ly/XPK7E4q

Tomorrow at 3pm, the UK emergency alert test will sound an alarm on all phones. If your child is neurodivergent or sound-sensitive: –Explain it’s only a test –Practise covering ears/headphones –Be somewhere calm “It’s just like a fire drill. It will be loud but quick We’ll be safe together.”

Catch up on part two of @itimbrell.bsky.social’s podcast episode with @kieran-m-ed.bsky.social on Thinking Deeply About Primary Education 🎧 After laying down the groundwork for #LGBTQ+ inclusion in part one, this time, Ian explains how we can successfully put theory into practice: buff.ly/hji30qi

“Look, it’s me-I’m a superhero!” And when it comes to LGBTQ+ inclusion in schools, he really is!! 🌈 Book @itimbrell.bsky.social for RSE, diversity & inclusivity training + check out his book: www.independentthinking.co.uk/speakers/ian...

Tomorrow is our annual YES DAY — where our 11-year-old gets to plan everything to celebrate 9 years since we became a family. From choosing the food (yes to waffles for breakfast) to picking every activity (yes to Lego at 8am), he’s in charge and we’re just here to say “YES” 🎉

Thank you Kat for such a lovely review. It’s very moving seeing people read my book. 🏳️‍🌈

Thrilled to be posting the first of our inclusive pin badges, in (possibly what I’m most excited about) our awesome new recyclable packets. Plus, 100% of the profits go towards tackling bullying and making schools more inclusive. Get yours here: www.morethanflagsandrainbows.com/product-page...

Why are you talking about this ‘gay stuff’ in primary schools?” Many of us have heard it. 😬 One of my commonly asked questions is how to respond to this type of question. Here’s my new blog post talking about what to do. Read it here: www.morethanflagsandrainbows.com/post/why-are...

If you would like your pupils to come back to school to a letter from an author about the joys and benefits of reading for pleasure, just email or DM me.

Found out today that women’s surf shorts aren’t the same as men’s! I had to pray that there wasn’t an incident 😂

There’s nothing quite like a West Wales sunset. Actually looks like a Phoenix rising in the distance. #wales #sunset

Thank you gay Jesus, these are the BEST flavour crisps!

If being gay is a choice, why would I choose the one where I’d get bullied as a kid?

11 made chocolate chip cookies today 🍪 I’ve missed sharing his cooking adventures since leaving Twitter, so time to start sharing his adventures here. Baking is our favourite hobby together so lots of more coming over the summer!

Let’s clear it up once and for all the A in LGBTQIA+ does not stand for ally. The A is for asexual, aromantic & agender. These identities deserve visibility in our community. Allies are important, powerful & needed, but allyship is about supporting others rather than being centred in the acronym.

Got my tragus pierced because my midlife crisis needed to be just this dramatic! Never would’ve done this as a teacher - look at me now, living on the edge 😂

Why do Veterans only get one day when the gays get a month?

Enjoying a final day by the pool in Egypt, before we go back to reality… Please tell me that we’re returning to sunny British weather!

Next time someone says “That’s so gay” and doesn’t see the harm in it, challenge them why they don’t say “That’s so straight” instead… and watch them squirm.

Seeing the Reform lot lose their minds over 16 and 17 olds being able to vote is just delicious. What the matter? Afraid that they can see through your culture war nonsense?

Can’t be openly gay in Egypt, but can you spot the subtle sign?

We’ve come all of the way to Egypt and 11 has spent all day playing in the pool with one of my ex pupils. Teachers can never escape 😂

Having a well needed break in Egypt with the family. Lots of sun, gorgeous food and a lot of rest!

Thank you to everyone at Bristol Pride. It was brilliant to meet so many of you & moving to hear what teachers & parents need to make schools inclusive. We’re on it. Huge thanks to our amazing volunteers who gave up their day to help us speak to hundreds of people. Your support means the world.

BREAKING: Superman is apparently too woke now. Yes, the alien refugee raised by kind farmers who fights for justice, protects the vulnerable, and has never once punched down… has gone too far by having empathy and morals. 🙄 Sorry, did you miss the part where he’s been woke since 1938?

Feels very strange and humbling to see photos of people reading my book in the wild, but also really exciting! Thank you for the support so far, I hope you’re enjoying and I can’t wait to hear how it helps your school more inclusive. Get your copy here: amzn.to/3TsYrMe

Still can’t quite believe it. I launched my first book at the Festival of Education – and even got to sign some copies for amazing people. Sharing my story with so many brilliant people was emotional, surreal, and something I’ll never forget. Thank you to everyone who’s been part of the journey. X

Very excited to be on our way to my book launch at the @educationfest.bsky.social today where I’ll be introducing my story and how it led to the book. See you at 9.30am in the @waterstones.bsky.social room! Hope to see you there! Order your copy here: www.waterstones.com/book/its-mor...

More high praise for @itimbrell.bsky.social's new book from Mick Waters! ✨ #ItsMorethanFlagsandRainbows helps schools move beyond performative gestures towards meaningful and sustainable inclusion. Out now: buff.ly/yKlHGrH @itlworldwide.bsky.social #Edusky #Booksky

More high praise for @itimbrell.bsky.social's new book from Mick Waters! ✨ #ItsMorethanFlagsandRainbows helps schools move beyond performative gestures towards meaningful and sustainable inclusion. Out now: buff.ly/yKlHGrH @itlworldwide.bsky.social #Edusky #Booksky

Huge thank you to Jo Brassington & Dr Adam Brett for their brilliant review of #ItsMoreThanFlagsandRainbows by @itimbrell.bsky.social! 📚 Have you picked up your copy yet? This must-have guide for building inclusive schools launched yesterday, & you can get your copy now at: buff.ly/yKlHGrH #Edusky

JUST DROPPED 📚🏳‍🌈 #ItsMoreThanFlagsandRainbows by @itimbrell.bsky.social‬ is out now! This inspirational handbook offers step-by-step guidance for creating truly inclusive schools where every child feels safe, seen & supported: buff.ly/kI5nWsj Can’t wait? Read a sneak peek: buff.ly/onnyAdw

After two whole years of research, writing, rewriting, and dreaming… my book It’s More Than Flags and Rainbows is finally HERE! 🏳️‍🌈📚 This book is designed to help schools become more LGBTQ+ inclusive in a meaningful, practical way – not just ticking boxes, but building real change.

Absolutely loved the live action How To Train Your Dragon. Laughed, cried and loved the homage to the original. Also, we’ve realised that Otto is basically Toothless

A great morning for the hubby, when Otto decided that rolling in a cow pat was the best way to start a Saturday!

After a busy month wedding planning & the busiest ever month for More Than Flags & Rainbows’, I finally took a day off… But 11 had different ideas and he promptly twisted his ankle & we spent the day in A&E. Just a sprain, thankfully - & he’s now milking it for all it’s worth.

Brilliant visit today to Ysgol Gymraeg Santes Tudful for an Inclusion Health Check. Sometimes the work is about celebrating what’s already strong. From local civil rights links to inclusive practice, we are building on amazing firm foundations to take things even further.

Happy Father’s Day to all the amazing dads out there. Fatherhood isn’t one-size-fits-all -and that’s worth celebrating.

An incredibly emotional day. When I left teaching because LGBTQ+ inclusion wasn’t good enough, I never imagined I’d be at a Pride event talking about our work. More Than Flags and Rainbows’ first Pride. I’ll never forget it. 🏳️‍🌈