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The Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL) @ascl-uk.bsky.social · 8h

#ASCLmembers - the latest policy update by our specialists is now available, and includes the new #Ofsted framework, developments in post-16 following the #LabourPartyConference, and ongoing delays around the Teachers' Pension Scheme.

Watch or download at www.ascl.org.uk/teamascl (log in req'd)

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The Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL) @ascl-uk.bsky.social · 9h

#ASCLmembers: look out for October's #Primary Focus by Tiff Harris which includes DfE guidance on PE and sport premium funding, the breakfast clubs programme, and the new National Curriculum Assessments Portal. There's also details of how to join the next Primary Network meeting.

The Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL) @ascl-uk.bsky.social · 11h

We're proud to be an official partner of the #SAAShow 2025 at the Birmingham NEC on 19 and 20 November.

Register for your free ticket here: https://hubs.la/Q03rhxJD0

Looking forward to seeing you there!

#FanSAAStic #education #schools #academies

The Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL) @ascl-uk.bsky.social · 1d

Our video briefing with @pepediiasio.bsky.social comes from the #CPC25, where Pepe is joined by ASCL President @drjoro.bsky.social with a summary of some of the fringe events on #education we've attended, as well as updates on V levels, breakfast clubs and #ASCL2026: vimeo.com/1125142828

ASCL briefing | 7 October 2025

ASCL General Secretary, Pepe Di'Iasio, updates school and college leaders with the latest information. This week’s edition includes updates on the Conservative…

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The Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL) @ascl-uk.bsky.social · 1d

Welcome to Tuesday's video briefing for #ASCLmembers in #Wales. Topics include a reminder about our leadership webinars coming up for asst and deputy headteachers, offering practical insights and expert guidance on key areas, and WJEC's survey on separate science GCSEs: https://vimeo.com/1125140925

ASCL Cymru briefing 7 October 2025

ASCL Director of Cymru, Claire Armitstead, updates school and college leaders with the latest information. (please note, the webinar dates are 15 October and 19…

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The Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL) @ascl-uk.bsky.social · 1d

"Improving pay and conditions across the whole of the profession, in all roles and subject areas, must be the way forward."

Our full comment following the government announcement on teacher bursaries and scholarships:
ow.ly/gmwf50X7yJb

#education #recruitment

The Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL) @ascl-uk.bsky.social · 1d

*WORKSHOP PROPOSALS NOW INVITED*

Would you like to lead a workshop at #ASCL2026 in Liverpool next year? We're now inviting proposals - download the proposal form at www.ascl.org.uk/ac/workshopproposal

Applications close Monday 27 October.

The Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL) @ascl-uk.bsky.social · 2d

Many thanks to our joint panel with Education Policy Institute at the #CPC25 today on ‘Can technology solve the challenges facing #education’ for a thoughtful and insightful discussion.

With Pepe Di’Iasio Natalie Perera Dr Ben Spencer Reza Schwitzer and Shane Ierston.

#AI #policy

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Education Policy Institute @edupolicyinst.bsky.social · 2d

We’re underway at #CPC25 with @ascl-uk.bsky.social discussing tech and AI in the classroom with Dr Ben Spencer MP.

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The Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL) @ascl-uk.bsky.social · 2d

It's our first #ASCLCouncil of the new academic year later this week where we'll be focusing on influencing the next steps in the Government's upcoming White Papers.

ASCL Council is our governing body, and also the engine room of our policymaking.

Find out more at www.ascl.org.uk/council

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wilburyprimary.bsky.social @wilburyprimary.bsky.social · 4d

Excited to be part of this event - impressive line up of speakers, and our own Lisa Wise and @sophiechaloner.bsky.social sharing our approach to tackling disadvantage with a focus on early years. Looking forward to it and thanks for having us @ascl-uk.bsky.social !

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ASCL - ASCL Primary and Early Years Conference ASCLPD

Book your place at the ASCL Primary and Early Years Conference 2025, where expert speakers will share knowledge and research to inspire and support leaders in primary.

www.ascl.org.uk

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Claire Green @c-jgreen.bsky.social · 3d

This very much chimes with what I wrote in my @ascl-uk.bsky.social blog this week in response to the PM’s pledge for schools to ‘guarantee’ post-16 destinations: www.ascl.org.uk/News/Blog/Oc...

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The Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL) @ascl-uk.bsky.social · 3d

It's #WorldTeachersDay2025 and this year's theme of recasting teaching as a collaborative profession highlights the importance of mutual support, shared expertise, and joint responsibility.

We celebrate the teaching profession and all teachers do for children and young people.

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The Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL) @ascl-uk.bsky.social · 5d

The Prime Minster announced a bold ambition this week, where schools will play a greater role in ensuring every pupil has a clear post-16 destination. This must be matched with infrastructure, funding and collaborative frameworks, writes @c-jgreen.bsky.social in her latest blog: ow.ly/tSFB50X6ac1

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The Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL) @ascl-uk.bsky.social · 5d

Today's video briefing with @pepediiasio.bsky.social includes a look back at this week's #LabourPartyConference and announcements around post-16 education, a look ahead to the Conservative Party Conference, #WorldTeachersDay and the #TesSENDShow Leadership summit:

ASCL briefing | 3 October 2025

ASCL General Secretary, Pepe Di'Iasio, updates school and college leaders with the latest information. This week’s edition includes updates on Post-16…

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Tes magazine @tesmagazine.bsky.social · 5d

‘Hold on to your hats!’: after a Labour conference short on policy details, @ascl-uk.bsky.social leader @pepediiasio.bsky.social says the next few months will bring big decisions that will shape the future of education

The next few months will define Labour’s record on education

After a Labour conference short on policy details, we can soon expect big decisions that will shape the future of education – so hold on to your hats, says ASCL chief Pepe Di’Iasio

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The Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL) @ascl-uk.bsky.social · 5d

No video briefing today but in #Cymru News, there's a reminder of our forthcoming webinars for Asst and Deputy Headteachers, the latest attendance data, and Adnodd funding awards.

To subscribe, go to www.ascl.org.uk/MyASCL and 'Preferences'.

#education #Wales #ASCLmembers

The Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL) @ascl-uk.bsky.social · 5d

*OFFER CLOSING SOON*

A reminder that the early bird offer for the ASCL Annual Conference 2026 'Forward Together' will be closing in two weeks.

It's a great offer - if you book before 17 October, you could save over £100.
Find out more at ascl.org.uk/annualconfer...

#ASCL2026

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The Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL) @ascl-uk.bsky.social · 5d

If you're joining us in Manchester today, please take some time during registration and the refreshment breaks to visit our exhibition.

We're delighted to welcome our exhibitors : Evaluate My School, @fftedudatalab.bsky.social, GO4Schools, Smartgrade and SMID

#ASCLData #data

The Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL) @ascl-uk.bsky.social · 5d

A warm welcome to all attending today's #ASCLData Leader and Accountability Conference in Manchester - and we're full to capacity again!

We're looking forward to hearing from our expert speakers who'll be exploring our theme 'Understanding #data to drive improvement'.

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The Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL) @ascl-uk.bsky.social · 5d

“The truly shocking thing is that despite this increase in spending we are still left with a system that is failing to cope with the needs of these children and young people...Change is urgently needed."

Full response to @theifs.bsky.social analysis of #SEND spending: ow.ly/mwm650X5A9u

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The Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL) @ascl-uk.bsky.social · 6d

#ASCLmembers in #NorthernIreland: the first NI News by new ASCL NI Director, Michael McAuley, is on its way to you now.

Items include the latest on curriculum reform, consultation on the future of CCEA qualifications, and details of this year's ASCL NI Annual Conference.

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The Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL) @ascl-uk.bsky.social · 6d

#ASCLmembers: the latest #SEND and #Inclusion News by @mmulholland.bsky.social is out now and includes summaries of the recent Education Select Committee report 'Solving the SEND crisis', plus information on the @ippr.org Inclusion Taskforce, and the Change Programme pilots.

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Education Policy Institute @edupolicyinst.bsky.social · 6d

We start with @ascl-uk.bsky.social exploring whether AI can help tackle education’s toughest challenges – teacher retention, workload, and sustaining high-quality learning – and how effective opposition can ensure policy goes far enough to close the digital divide in schools.

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The Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL) @ascl-uk.bsky.social · 7d

"ASCL was ready to listen and guide me through the problems I was facing. They reassured me that someone did care, and I was not alone."

#ASCLmembers - the ASCL Hotline is here to help.

ℹ️ www.ascl.org.uk/Hotline

#education #SLT #leadership #tradeunion

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