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5Naureen @5naureen.bsky.social · 1h

@samfr.bsky.social Congratulations on the book contract. If it’s anything like the first one, it’ll be a best seller!

And get well soon.

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Sam Freedman @samfr.bsky.social · 9h

An odd week. Been unexpectedly stuck in hospital. But also found out I've got a contract for my second book which I'm very excited about.

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5Naureen @5naureen.bsky.social · 1h

Today’s #BigQuestions is from Jacqueline Rodden.

“An investment in knowledge pays the best interest”Benjamin Franklin

What have been your most effective ways to engage governors with their own CPD?

#UKEdGovs

@hoylerosemary.bsky.social @brendanhollyer.bsky.social @sambuller.bsky.social

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Teacher Tapp @teachertapp.bsky.social · 2h

How popular is the new reading test?

We dive into the Teacher Tapp data 📉

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Rosemary Hoyle @hoylerosemary.bsky.social · 1d

With professionalism - whatever we may think of it, the reality is that it has to be done! Governors have a part to play and must use the opportunity to tell a strong story about our important role in schools. #UKEdGovs #Governance

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5Naureen @5naureen.bsky.social · 1d

Today’s #BigQuestions is from Jacqueline Rodden.

"If you cannot get rid of the family skeleton, you may as well make it dance" George B Shaw
How do we manage the emotions surrounding an Ofsted inspection?
#UKEdGovs
@hoylerosemary.bsky.social @brendanhollyer.bsky.social @sambuller.bsky.social

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5Naureen @5naureen.bsky.social · 3d

Get well soon, Sam.

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Rosemary Hoyle @hoylerosemary.bsky.social · 4d

By listening and learning, by asking informed questions and allowing the executive the space in which to sound out the problem and potential solutions. #UKEdGovs

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5Naureen @5naureen.bsky.social · 4d

Dedicated to all those who govern our schools.

“Volunteers don’t get paid, not because they’re worthless, but because they’re priceless.” Sherry Anderson

#BigQuestions
#UKEdGovs
@hoylerosemary.bsky.social @brendanhollyer.bsky.social @sambuller.bsky.social

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5Naureen @5naureen.bsky.social · 5d

“I don't have any magical ability. I look at a problem, play with it, work out a strategy.”
Terence Tao

How can boards work well with the exec leaders to work out a strategy to solve a problem?

#BigQuestions
#UKEdGovs
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5Naureen @5naureen.bsky.social · 6d

Has additional become the point?

This from @bennewmark.bsky.social is, as always, very well argued and well worth a read. bennewmark.wordpress.com/2025/10/10/h...

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5Naureen @5naureen.bsky.social · 6d

@missmc.bsky.social Happy birthday, Laura.

a pink cupcake with a lit candle and the words happy birthday on the bottom

ALT: a pink cupcake with a lit candle and the words happy birthday on the bottom

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5Naureen @5naureen.bsky.social · 6d

“Culture makes all men gentle.” Menander (Greek playwright).

How can boards monitor the culture of their schools?

#BigQuestions
#UKEdGovs
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5Naureen @5naureen.bsky.social · 8d

“The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing.” Socrates

What approach does your board take towards Governor CPD?

#BigQuestions

#UKEdGovs

@hoylerosemary.bsky.social @brendanhollyer.bsky.social @sambuller.bsky.social

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Rosemary Hoyle @hoylerosemary.bsky.social · 9d

'Safe' as in sound? That would be through careful consideration and informed debate. All voices should feel able to contribute to the discussion. My blog on this here

Quality information leads to quality conversations - board reports what do we need to know?

At a recent NGA Conference a presentation by Caroline Copeman, Senior Visiting Fellow at Cass Centre for Charity Effectiveness, set me thin...

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5Naureen @5naureen.bsky.social · 9d

“Quick decisions are unsafe decisions.”
Sophocles

How do boards ensure that the decisions they take are safe?

#BigQuestions #UKEdGovs
@hoylerosemary.bsky.social @brendanhollyer.bsky.social @sambuller.bsky.social

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Mary Myatt @marymyatt.bsky.social · 9d

Tomorrow Wed 8 Oct 4pm I'll be doing a live webinar, looking closely at the Curriculum and Teaching strand in the new inspection framework.

Link below (£/free trial) films.myattandco.com/programs/new...

New Ofsted Framework: Focus on Curriculum and Teaching

Live webinar: New Ofsted Framework: Focus on Curriculum and Teaching

films.myattandco.com

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5Naureen @5naureen.bsky.social · 10d

“Trustees and governors
are, in my view, the unsung
heroes of the system.” @carter59.bsky.social

How can we ensure these unsung heroes know they are valued? #BigQuestions #UKEdGovs
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Sunder Katwala (sundersays) @sundersays.bsky.social · 14d

Manchester Council of Mosques have issued this statement in sadness, shock and solidarity with the Jewish community about this attack at the synagogue in Manchester

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Sam Freedman @samfr.bsky.social · 14d

Grateful for these responses collated by Sunder.

Sunder Katwala (sundersays) @sundersays.bsky.social · 14d

Manchester Council of Mosques have issued this statement in sadness, shock and solidarity with the Jewish community about this attack at the synagogue in Manchester

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Dani Hall @danigov.bsky.social · 21d

This probably isn’t actually answering the question but I think it’s worth GBs understanding that if their accessibility plan *isn’t* making a difference for SEND pupils then it needs revisiting ASAP. #BigQuestions

Aaron King @9000lives.org · 22d

#BIGQuestions are quick chances to reflect and also sharing your own wisdom.

How do great governing bodies, schools and leaders ensure that accessibility plans make a difference to our SEND pupils?

#SEND #Ofsted #Inclusion

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Aaron King @9000lives.org · 23d

BigQuestions began in lockdown when Alan Richards decided to help governors (new and old) share wisdom + gain insights of others.
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Aaron King @9000lives.org · 22d

#BIGQuestions are quick chances to reflect and also sharing your own wisdom.

How do great governing bodies, schools and leaders ensure that accessibility plans make a difference to our SEND pupils?

#SEND #Ofsted #Inclusion

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James Handscombe @jameshandscombe.bsky.social · Sep 12

A wall in Harris Westminster.
Just six of the three dozen student societies that take place across the school at lunch and in the evenings.
It’s one of the things that makes the place so amazing, and such a good invitation to the post-18 world of opportunity and leadership.
How? A thread 🧵

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Taj Ali @tajali1.bsky.social · Sep 3

NEWS: I’ve set up an independent anti-racist reporting and monitoring organisation. We’ll document racist attacks, support victims, pressure authorities to act, and amplify the voices of smaller, more isolated Black and Asian communities across Britain.🧵

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