She started at RSA today, day one of secondary school and I took her first assembly.

The impossible dream.

Only those who have sat in the big seat understand the pressure of A Level and GCSE Results. Whatever snacks you needed to manage and regulate today are part of the plan.

Tomorrow is where the memories will be made. Enjoy the time with the kids.

SUPERSTARS 🌟🌟🌟So proud of all our students who collected their A-Level Results today. Doors opened to top universities, apprenticeships and work. These are the moments that make all the work worthwhile. Lightning in a bottle ⚡🍾

Actually love being back at work on the first Monday in August, key preparation time when leading in Leicestershire; gearing up and catching up with the team. This summer, we are building an extension to support school growth. Lots of work in the background, well invested.

Liked this. Sometimes navigating these moments is supported by anticipating an intersection between empathy and policy. Being decent and showing humanity nearly always increases effectiveness and efficiency