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HeadteacherChat @headteacherchat.bsky.social · Nov 18
Remember, it's not just pupils who need words of positivity and kindness, but your colleagues and support staff.

Even the parents in your community could do with words of positivity and kindness.

Connecting and building strong relationships takes everyone in the community.
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HeadteacherChat @headteacherchat.bsky.social · 23h
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Planners & Educational Planning Tools for Headteachers | HeadteacherChat
Discover essential planners and organisational tools designed specifically for headteachers and school leaders. Streamline your academic year planning, meetings, and administrative tasks effectively.
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HeadteacherChat @headteacherchat.bsky.social · 23h
Last Chance Planners
Only a few 2025 school leader planners left – most designs are already sold out!
Remaining:
• Headteacher: Contemporary, Forest, Coastal
• SBM: Coastal
• Deputy: Contemporary, Coastal
• SENCO: Coastal, Forest
• Principal: Contemporary
When they’re gone, they’re gone:
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HeadteacherChat @headteacherchat.bsky.social · 1d
Planner Love Stories
“My year’s saviour.”
“Can’t be without it.”

Ready to transform your planning? Try it for yourself.
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Deputy Headteacher Coastal Planner 2025-2026 | Academic Year Organiser | HeadteacherChat
Plan your 2025-2026 academic year with our Deputy Headteacher Coastal Planner. Features school calendar layouts, meeting schedules, and leadership tools designed specifically for deputy heads. Order now at HeadteacherChat.
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HeadteacherChat @headteacherchat.bsky.social · 1d
T I M E • T O • T H I N K
Sometimes all you need is a bit of peace, quiet, and sunshine to reflect on your priorities.

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Deputy Headteacher Coastal Planner 2025-2026 | Academic Year Organiser | HeadteacherChat
Plan your 2025-2026 academic year with our Deputy Headteacher Coastal Planner. Features school calendar layouts, meeting schedules, and leadership tools designed specifically for deputy heads. Order now at HeadteacherChat.
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HeadteacherChat @headteacherchat.bsky.social · 1d
• E N J O Y G E T T I N G O R G A N I S E D •
Have you ordered your planner yet?
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Deputy Headteacher Coastal Planner 2025-2026 | Academic Year Organiser | HeadteacherChat
Plan your 2025-2026 academic year with our Deputy Headteacher Coastal Planner. Features school calendar layouts, meeting schedules, and leadership tools designed specifically for deputy heads. Order now at HeadteacherChat.
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HeadteacherChat @headteacherchat.bsky.social · 1d
Nostalgia alert!

Who else had a set of these when they first started teaching?
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HeadteacherChat @headteacherchat.bsky.social · 1d
True leadership in schools isn’t about control — it’s about cultivating curiosity, innovation, and growth.
Great leaders inspire continuous improvement, not compliance.
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HeadteacherChat @headteacherchat.bsky.social · 1d
🌟 PLAN AHEAD 🌟
How often do you really make time to plan ahead? Having a plan helps you to prepare for future tasks. It also helps to keep you focused, set goals, meet deadlines, and measure your success.https://headteacher-chat.link/headteachercoastal
Headteacher Coastal Planner 2025 - 2026 from School Leaders Shop
Navigate your way through the academic year effortlessly with HeadteacherChat's specialised planners, tailored for headteachers, deputy headteachers, assistant headteachers, SENCOs, school business managers, teachers, and school leaders. Created by seasoned education leaders, our planners prioritise your wellbeing and productivity. Enjoy features like academic calendars (July to August), week-to-view diary pages, appointment slots, a to-do list, and a dedicated notes section. Experience organisation and efficiency like never before with our range of planners.
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HeadteacherChat @headteacherchat.bsky.social · 2d
Keep going, you're almost there, and we're thinking of you if you still have another week to go.

Those of us whose half-term break begins today are now on holiday. Rest up!
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HeadteacherChat @headteacherchat.bsky.social · 2d
Anon post:
What low cost or free platforms are you using for parents’ evening bookings?
I’m looking for options that handle slots, reminders, and basic reports without heavy admin.
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HeadteacherChat @headteacherchat.bsky.social · 2d
“I’ve learned that no matter what happens, or how bad it seems today, life does go on, and it will be better tomorrow.”
Maya Angelou
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HeadteacherChat @headteacherchat.bsky.social · 2d
Can anyone help anon?
They’re starting their Primary SCITT in a couple of weeks and feeling a mix of excitement and nerves!
Do you have any advice for building confidence in the classroom from day one?
What helped you feel ready when you first started teaching?
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HeadteacherChat @headteacherchat.bsky.social · 2d
Anon post:
Does anyone have a clear, effective example of a one-page School Improvement Plan (SIP) they’d be willing to share?
I’m looking for ideas on layout and content to keep ours concise but purposeful.
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HeadteacherChat @headteacherchat.bsky.social · 2d
Anon post:
About 75% of my week has been spent on safeguarding, complaints, and behaviour issues.
We’re getting more than 30 concerns daily, and I’ve made two referrals this week.
Is this level of intensity common elsewhere, or has something shifted recently?
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HeadteacherChat @headteacherchat.bsky.social · 2d
Tina Bruce:

“Play acts as a forward feed mechanism in to courageous, creative, rigorous thinking in adulthood”
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HeadteacherChat @headteacherchat.bsky.social · 3d
Reducing Teacher Workload: A Step Towards Improved Wellbeing and Educational Outcomes. Our blog dives deep into actionable strategies for reducing teacher workload.https://headteacherchat.com/blogs/reducing-teacher-workload-key-insights-from-the-uk-government-report-nht3p
Reducing Teacher Workload: Key Insights from the UK Government Report by Jonathan Coy
A guide to reducing teacher workload
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HeadteacherChat @headteacherchat.bsky.social · 3d
What is your best-kept secret for an ECT?

Mine: 'You’re Allowed To Make Mistakes'
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HeadteacherChat @headteacherchat.bsky.social · 3d
In the past a leader was a boss. Today’s leaders must be partners with their people… they no longer can lead solely based on positional power.

Ken Blanchard
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HeadteacherChat @headteacherchat.bsky.social · 3d
Anon post:
I’d really appreciate some recommendations for people or podcasts focused on school budgeting.
I’m especially interested in ideas around budget efficiency and alternative funding strategies for a mainstream primary school.
Who do you follow or listen to for practical advice?
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HeadteacherChat @headteacherchat.bsky.social · 3d
Book Review:

Talent Architects by Mandy Coalter @MandyCoalter www.schoolleaderbooks.com/books/talen...
Talent Architects - School Leader Books
Insightful, captivating and authentic, Mandy suggests fresh and practical new ideas and opportunities to strengthen your school and teachers, better equipping them to support their pupils.
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HeadteacherChat @headteacherchat.bsky.social · 3d
A gentle reminder:
It’s okay if you’re struggling right now.
Take a moment to pause, catch your breath, reflect — and then keep going.
You’re doing better than you think.
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HeadteacherChat @headteacherchat.bsky.social · 3d
Anon post:
I’m interested in exploring alternative leadership structures.
Has anyone moved away from the traditional HT–DHT–AHT model?
I’d love to hear what senior leadership models you’re using and how they’re working in practice.
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HeadteacherChat @headteacherchat.bsky.social · 3d
I’m not entirely convinced by the idea of an “open door policy.”
Without clear boundaries, headteachers can quickly lose control of their focus, workload, and emotional balance.
Structure matters — for leaders and for teams.
What’s your experience with this?
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HeadteacherChat @headteacherchat.bsky.social · 3d
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Join our vibrant headteacher community to connect with fellow school leaders, share best practices, and find support. Access exclusive resources, discussions, and networking opportunities at HeadteacherChat.
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HeadteacherChat @headteacherchat.bsky.social · 4d
This Autumn is full of opportunities for school leaders 🍂
Join webinars designed to help you navigate the new Ofsted framework with confidence and clarity.
Stay ahead, stay supported 👉 headteacher-chat.link/htc-comm
HeadteacherChat Community | Connect with Education Leaders & Teachers | School Leadership Network
Join our vibrant community of education leaders. Connect with fellow headteachers, share experiences, and access exclusive resources to enhance your school leadership journey. Be part of the UK's largest online network for school leaders.
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