Steve Barker
@barkerleadership.bsky.social
Experienced school governor and academy trustee. Creator of BetterGovernor. All view my own.
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A thought provoking piece on Bridget Philipsson’s dilemma on SEND.
Bridget Phillipson: parents must ‘think differently’ on Send support for children
Education secretary says England’s special needs system has not delivered, as school leaders say it is on brink of collapse
www.theguardian.com
March 16, 2025 at 6:03 PM
A thought provoking piece on Bridget Philipsson’s dilemma on SEND.
Reposted by Steve Barker
Trump's attacks on the Department of Education should remind us never to elect to high office anyone without a stake in society. We suffered the same in the UK from 2010, when people who used private healthcare and private schools ripped up public services.
March 12, 2025 at 6:59 AM
Trump's attacks on the Department of Education should remind us never to elect to high office anyone without a stake in society. We suffered the same in the UK from 2010, when people who used private healthcare and private schools ripped up public services.
My first post on Bluesky. In beautiful Southsea on a cold but glorious day. Off to see Jack Dee this evening at King’s Theatre, Southsea.
March 16, 2025 at 5:36 PM
My first post on Bluesky. In beautiful Southsea on a cold but glorious day. Off to see Jack Dee this evening at King’s Theatre, Southsea.
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You shouldn’t finish every book you start.
Abandoning a book is not an admission of failure—it’s a sign of wisdom. You’ve decided to let go of sunk costs.
The purpose of reading is to be entertained and informed. If a book doesn't bring joy or insight, it’s time to move on.
Abandoning a book is not an admission of failure—it’s a sign of wisdom. You’ve decided to let go of sunk costs.
The purpose of reading is to be entertained and informed. If a book doesn't bring joy or insight, it’s time to move on.
March 15, 2025 at 3:26 PM
You shouldn’t finish every book you start.
Abandoning a book is not an admission of failure—it’s a sign of wisdom. You’ve decided to let go of sunk costs.
The purpose of reading is to be entertained and informed. If a book doesn't bring joy or insight, it’s time to move on.
Abandoning a book is not an admission of failure—it’s a sign of wisdom. You’ve decided to let go of sunk costs.
The purpose of reading is to be entertained and informed. If a book doesn't bring joy or insight, it’s time to move on.