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exheadteacher.bsky.social @exheadteacher.bsky.social · 5d

One of the most rewarding things you can do as a leader is spot potential and see it realised. Here is an example of exactly that. #QuietLeadership

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Leadership Lessons 6

An advert to remember

exheadteacher.bsky.social @exheadteacher.bsky.social · 7d

Would it be OK if I quoted you in my follow up on Substack?

exheadteacher.bsky.social @exheadteacher.bsky.social · 7d

Sadly, my anecdotal experience suggests that you might be in the minority. It's a shame, as I use it loads too, mainly for well-being, as well as nostalgia, of course

YouTube for the Over-Fifties

exheadteacher.bsky.social @exheadteacher.bsky.social · 7d

Many people my age don’t realise that YouTube isn’t just for millennials, and that it can be for them too. Here is part one of an article I have written on ‘YouTube for the over-fifties’ #wellbeing #QuietLeadership #Youtube

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It's not just for the younger generation!

Are you a chad or a sigma?

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exheadteacher.bsky.social @exheadteacher.bsky.social · 10d

In 2025, language seems to be evolving at a greater pace than ever. Teachers owe it to their children to understand what they are talking about, whether it is skibidi, rizz or 67. We mustn’t try to speak their language, though, as that would be ‘cheugy’.
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The perils of internet language in the classroom

How to change a toxic culture

exheadteacher.bsky.social @exheadteacher.bsky.social · 11d

Sir Gavin Williamson spoke to the covid-19 enquiry yesterday about his role as Secretary of State for Education during the pandemic. Here are my thoughts…

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exheadteacher.bsky.social @exheadteacher.bsky.social · 12d

Changing a toxic culture is a huge task. Here is an example, from the sporting world, of how it can be done. #QuietLeadership

an example from the sporting world

How many sleeps until Christmas?

exheadteacher.bsky.social @exheadteacher.bsky.social · 13d

It is a privilege to share the build-up to Christmas with children in school. It is a chaotic, exciting and exhausting time, but it can eat you alive if you are not prepared. I have written my guide to surviving the Christmas term, which I hope readers will find useful. #QuietLeadership

My tip for surviving the Christmas term

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exheadteacher.bsky.social @exheadteacher.bsky.social · 17d

Have you got a book in you? I am chronicling my journey to become a published author in my #Substack, so check it out if you are thinking of starting this journey. We can do it together! exheadteacher.substack.com/s/becoming-an-author #QuietLeadership #Introversion

A Gift for World Mental Health Day

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exheadteacher.bsky.social @exheadteacher.bsky.social · 16d

Here is a gift from me to mark #WorldMentalHealthDay. I hope that it brightens up your Friday afternoon! #QuietLeadership open.substack.com/pub/exheadte...

from me to you!

A Gift for World Mental Health Day

exheadteacher.bsky.social @exheadteacher.bsky.social · 16d

Here is a gift from me to mark #WorldMentalHealthDay. I hope that it brightens up your Friday afternoon! #QuietLeadership open.substack.com/pub/exheadte...

from me to you!

exheadteacher.bsky.social @exheadteacher.bsky.social · 17d

Have you got a book in you? I am chronicling my journey to become a published author in my #Substack, so check it out if you are thinking of starting this journey. We can do it together! exheadteacher.substack.com/s/becoming-an-author #QuietLeadership #Introversion

Why is this not being talked about more?

exheadteacher.bsky.social @exheadteacher.bsky.social · 18d

Worrying news about another growing problem for schools post-pandemic was reported by the BBC this week. This is something that all headteachers and SENCOs should be aware of.

Yet another post-pandemic issue for schools to deal with.

Meet the three-year-olds helping anxious teens spend more time in school

exheadteacher.bsky.social @exheadteacher.bsky.social · 19d

This is the best idea for improving school attendance that I have heard, bar none! Rather than focusing on punishing poor #attendance, we should be trying something positive, and rolling this out nationally would be a good start. #headteachernews #headteacherupdate

As school returns, we look at a scheme that pairs teenagers with toddlers from a local nursery in a bid to help increase school attendance.

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exheadteacher.bsky.social @exheadteacher.bsky.social · 20d

"Are you on email? You simply must be these days." Some communication-related tips for new headteachers in my post for the day. #headteacherupdate #headteachersupport #headteachernews

Are You on Email?

You simply have to be, these days.

Eating the peel of fruit - yay or nay?

exheadteacher.bsky.social @exheadteacher.bsky.social · 24d

As someone who spent countless hours peeling oranges for children during playtime duties, I think this video should be shown in all schools. www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/...

Drs Chris and Xand van Tulleken share the

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exheadteacher.bsky.social @exheadteacher.bsky.social · 26d

Renowned introvert Warren Buffett said “It’s good to learn from your mistakes. It’s better to learn from other peoples mistakes.” He was right. We can learn a lot about leadership from the broken culture that exists in football in 2025. exheadteacher.substack.com #QuietLeadership

I am an introvert who writes about introverted things. I write about leadership and education, and I am also trying my hand at fiction. My book 'Quiet Leadership: The Power of Intervention in Schools'...

exheadteacher.bsky.social @exheadteacher.bsky.social · 28d

I am delighted to announce that my book is now available for pre-order from the lovely people at
Crown House Publishing www.crownhouse.co.uk
#QuietLeadership #HeadteacherNews #HeadteacherUpdate

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Crown House Publishing @crownhousepub.bsky.social · Sep 26

Coming February 2026! 📘

Leadership doesn’t always have to be loud. In #QuietLeadership Andrew Marsh offers an inspiring guide for introverted school leaders, showing how you can lead with authenticity & efficiency while embracing who you are.

Find out more & join the waitlist here: buff.ly/20KdYL5

Reflections of an ex-head teacher

exheadteacher.bsky.social @exheadteacher.bsky.social · Sep 26

I have uploaded another chapter of 'The Village School' to my #Substack today. Other new content includes a piece about the elephants' graveyard, and one about the wellbeing benefits of becoming a twitcher! exheadteacher.substack.com

exheadteacher.bsky.social @exheadteacher.bsky.social · Sep 25

Why are there so many songs about birds? The answer is simple: birds represent the infinite possibilities that await us if only we can let go of the stresses of our everyday lives. exheadteacher.substack.com

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exheadteacher.bsky.social @exheadteacher.bsky.social · Sep 23

Lots more uploads on my #substack in the last week, including more chapters of 'The Village School' and an unlikely role model! exheadteacher.substack.com #leadership #introvert #headteacher

I am an introvert who writes about introverted things. I write about leadership and education, and I am also trying my hand at fiction. My book 'Quiet Leadership: The Power of Intervention in Schools'...

exheadteacher.bsky.social @exheadteacher.bsky.social · Sep 18

For several years, I have noted that school leadership is becoming more like football management, so I have written a ‘Sky Sports’ style report that imagines such a scenario. It’s probably closer to the truth than you might imagine!

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I am an introvert who writes about introverted things. I write about leadership and education, and I am also trying my hand at fiction. My book 'Quiet Leadership: The Power of Intervention in Schools'...

exheadteacher.bsky.social @exheadteacher.bsky.social · Sep 16

As an #introvert, building LEGO models helps me to feel like I am bringing order to a chaotic world. On my #substack I've written about becoming an AFOL (adult fan of LEGO) in my fifties! I have also added the next chapter of my story, ‘The Village School’ exheadteacher.substack.com

I am an introvert who writes about introverted things. I write about leadership and education, and I am also trying my hand at fiction. My book 'Quiet Leadership: The Power of Intervention in Schools'...