Dr Katie Ruane
@drkatieruane.bsky.social
✨Senior Educational Psychologist - with passion for Early Years, community inclusion, facilitating change, reflective supervision & positive psychology. Charity Trustee, Governor and Director of Solution Focused Psychology ✨
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The government has announced that it will extend the statutory override that allows local authorities to keep their SEND spending deficits off their books
SEND: Government extends councils’ statutory override
Announcing a ‘phased transition process’ to reform the SEND system, the government will extend the mechanism that allows councils to keep their high-needs spending deficits off their books
www.tes.com
June 20, 2025 at 1:35 PM
The government has announced that it will extend the statutory override that allows local authorities to keep their SEND spending deficits off their books
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Seeking participants! ✨
I am exploring what indices of social justice are collected through referral forms. I am looking to recruit EPS willing to send across their referral/consent form, to find out more please email [email protected]
@drcathyatkinson.bsky.social
I am exploring what indices of social justice are collected through referral forms. I am looking to recruit EPS willing to send across their referral/consent form, to find out more please email [email protected]
@drcathyatkinson.bsky.social
June 19, 2025 at 7:28 AM
Seeking participants! ✨
I am exploring what indices of social justice are collected through referral forms. I am looking to recruit EPS willing to send across their referral/consent form, to find out more please email [email protected]
@drcathyatkinson.bsky.social
I am exploring what indices of social justice are collected through referral forms. I am looking to recruit EPS willing to send across their referral/consent form, to find out more please email [email protected]
@drcathyatkinson.bsky.social
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🌟New blog post
Natalie explores what young people with SEND want from sex education, the barriers that exist, and a potential role for EPs.
A great read: edpsy.org.uk/blog/2025/re...
#edpsychs #sexeducation #RSHE @shocktigan.bsky.social @pshe-association.bsky.social @bpsofficial.bsky.social
Natalie explores what young people with SEND want from sex education, the barriers that exist, and a potential role for EPs.
A great read: edpsy.org.uk/blog/2025/re...
#edpsychs #sexeducation #RSHE @shocktigan.bsky.social @pshe-association.bsky.social @bpsofficial.bsky.social
June 16, 2025 at 10:10 AM
🌟New blog post
Natalie explores what young people with SEND want from sex education, the barriers that exist, and a potential role for EPs.
A great read: edpsy.org.uk/blog/2025/re...
#edpsychs #sexeducation #RSHE @shocktigan.bsky.social @pshe-association.bsky.social @bpsofficial.bsky.social
Natalie explores what young people with SEND want from sex education, the barriers that exist, and a potential role for EPs.
A great read: edpsy.org.uk/blog/2025/re...
#edpsychs #sexeducation #RSHE @shocktigan.bsky.social @pshe-association.bsky.social @bpsofficial.bsky.social
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Are you an EP/TEP who is passionate about reducing exclusions? We are forming an interest group to share best practice, network and access CPD. We would love for you to join us! The first meeting will be September 9th at 3pm. *Also looking for presenters to share research. DMs open!
May 30, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Are you an EP/TEP who is passionate about reducing exclusions? We are forming an interest group to share best practice, network and access CPD. We would love for you to join us! The first meeting will be September 9th at 3pm. *Also looking for presenters to share research. DMs open!
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The number of pupils with education, health and care plans has risen by 11% in the past year as the government considers whether they are the 'right vehicle' for a reformed SEND system
EHCPs up 11% as DfE mulls their future
The number of education, health and care plans has more than doubled since 2016. Here are five key points from today’s DfE data
www.tes.com
June 12, 2025 at 3:06 PM
The number of pupils with education, health and care plans has risen by 11% in the past year as the government considers whether they are the 'right vehicle' for a reformed SEND system
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The DECP are seeking new TEP reps for their TEP Voice group. I’ve been in this supportive and impactful group for a while (now as a newly qual. rep). We are consulted on a range of topics such as reviewing key papers, TEP inclusion, and presenting at events 🤩 #EdPsychs @bpsofficial.bsky.social
May 30, 2025 at 10:37 AM
The DECP are seeking new TEP reps for their TEP Voice group. I’ve been in this supportive and impactful group for a while (now as a newly qual. rep). We are consulted on a range of topics such as reviewing key papers, TEP inclusion, and presenting at events 🤩 #EdPsychs @bpsofficial.bsky.social
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Registration is LIVE! 🎟️🎪🎉
Let's go! Delighted to open registration for our Festival of Educational Psychology on 19th September.
From now until we launch our programme you get a 10% Early Bird discount! Use code EARLYBIRD10
Book here: festival.edpsy.org.uk
#edpsychs #education - please reshare
Let's go! Delighted to open registration for our Festival of Educational Psychology on 19th September.
From now until we launch our programme you get a 10% Early Bird discount! Use code EARLYBIRD10
Book here: festival.edpsy.org.uk
#edpsychs #education - please reshare
June 5, 2025 at 11:40 AM
Registration is LIVE! 🎟️🎪🎉
Let's go! Delighted to open registration for our Festival of Educational Psychology on 19th September.
From now until we launch our programme you get a 10% Early Bird discount! Use code EARLYBIRD10
Book here: festival.edpsy.org.uk
#edpsychs #education - please reshare
Let's go! Delighted to open registration for our Festival of Educational Psychology on 19th September.
From now until we launch our programme you get a 10% Early Bird discount! Use code EARLYBIRD10
Book here: festival.edpsy.org.uk
#edpsychs #education - please reshare
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I miss the days when there was understanding of the incredible benefits of properly supporting children and families. www.theguardian.com/education/20...
Sure Start centres saved UK government £2 for every £1 spent, study finds
New Labour initiative created ‘remarkably long-lasting’ health and education improvements, says report
www.theguardian.com
May 22, 2025 at 6:39 AM
I miss the days when there was understanding of the incredible benefits of properly supporting children and families. www.theguardian.com/education/20...
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Not every thought deserves your attention. It’s okay to acknowledge and then let it go
Image: www.instagram.com/blurtitoutorg
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March 21, 2025 at 8:13 PM
Not every thought deserves your attention. It’s okay to acknowledge and then let it go
Image: www.instagram.com/blurtitoutorg
Image: www.instagram.com/blurtitoutorg
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Mindful March - Day 20: Focus on what makes you and others happy today actionforhappiness.org/mindful-march #MindfulMarch
March 20, 2025 at 7:56 AM
Mindful March - Day 20: Focus on what makes you and others happy today actionforhappiness.org/mindful-march #MindfulMarch
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March 20th is the UN International Day of Happiness. This year’s theme is 'Caring and Sharing' and we’re encouraging 1 million extra acts of caring and sharing. You can be part of it! Please help spread the word 🙏💕🌎 #InternationalDayOfHappiness dayofhappiness.net
International Day of Happiness - 20 March
Celebrate #InternationalDayOfHappiness on 20 March. Join the Action for Happiness community and help create a happier and kinder world, together.
dayofhappiness.net
March 19, 2025 at 11:13 PM
March 20th is the UN International Day of Happiness. This year’s theme is 'Caring and Sharing' and we’re encouraging 1 million extra acts of caring and sharing. You can be part of it! Please help spread the word 🙏💕🌎 #InternationalDayOfHappiness dayofhappiness.net
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“Not everyone will understand your journey. That’s fine. It’s not their journey to make sense of - it’s yours.” Zero Dean
Not everyone will see or recognise what you’re doing or understand why it matters. That doesn’t mean it’s not worth doing. 🧡
#kindness #belief
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Not everyone will see or recognise what you’re doing or understand why it matters. That doesn’t mean it’s not worth doing. 🧡
#kindness #belief
Picture by Anxiety Positive
March 16, 2025 at 8:44 AM
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The journey is never linear. Embrace the imperfections and keep going
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March 12, 2025 at 10:35 PM
The journey is never linear. Embrace the imperfections and keep going
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HMCI for @ofstednews.bsky.social, Martyn Oliver, is right when he says 'If you get it right for the most disadvantaged and vulnerable, you get it right for everyone.' I'd urge colleagues to read his speech to the SEND & Inclusion Conference www.gov.uk/government/s...
#SEND #Ofsted #Inclusion
#SEND #Ofsted #Inclusion
March 12, 2025 at 11:38 PM
HMCI for @ofstednews.bsky.social, Martyn Oliver, is right when he says 'If you get it right for the most disadvantaged and vulnerable, you get it right for everyone.' I'd urge colleagues to read his speech to the SEND & Inclusion Conference www.gov.uk/government/s...
#SEND #Ofsted #Inclusion
#SEND #Ofsted #Inclusion
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📝 The education committee has demanded government set out timescales for major SEND reforms after reports a white paper is on the table
📁 In a letter, the committee said they had “unprecedented” evidence including from parents of children with additional needs
📁 In a letter, the committee said they had “unprecedented” evidence including from parents of children with additional needs
DfE told to come clean on its SEND reforms plan
Education committee chair demands government 'set out its plans and anticipated timescales' for SEND reforms
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March 13, 2025 at 6:06 AM
📝 The education committee has demanded government set out timescales for major SEND reforms after reports a white paper is on the table
📁 In a letter, the committee said they had “unprecedented” evidence including from parents of children with additional needs
📁 In a letter, the committee said they had “unprecedented” evidence including from parents of children with additional needs
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Ofsted’s proposed changes have not gone far enough in considering who can access a school to start with – meaning there are still barriers to change on inclusion, writes Charlotte O’Regan from @suttontrust.bsky.social
Why Ofsted isn’t serving disadvantaged children
The new scorecard and toolkits do a better job of recognising socioeconomic diversity, but there are still barriers to inclusion, argues Charlotte O’Regan
www.tes.com
March 13, 2025 at 6:35 AM
Ofsted’s proposed changes have not gone far enough in considering who can access a school to start with – meaning there are still barriers to change on inclusion, writes Charlotte O’Regan from @suttontrust.bsky.social
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A relational approach doesn’t excuse poor behaviour - it strengthens accountability. It helps build trust and set firm boundaries. Respect isn’t optional, but relationships help reinforce it. High expectations + strong connections = better behaviour, not excuses.
February 20, 2025 at 10:39 AM
A relational approach doesn’t excuse poor behaviour - it strengthens accountability. It helps build trust and set firm boundaries. Respect isn’t optional, but relationships help reinforce it. High expectations + strong connections = better behaviour, not excuses.
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Every child painted a fish as part of our fantastic Art Week, and now they all swim together! A powerful reminder that in schools, just like in life, we all belong. Art isn’t just creativity - it’s community. ✨🐠🐟✨ #Belonging
February 13, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Every child painted a fish as part of our fantastic Art Week, and now they all swim together! A powerful reminder that in schools, just like in life, we all belong. Art isn’t just creativity - it’s community. ✨🐠🐟✨ #Belonging
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92% of school leaders reject Ofsted’s new report card plans, according to a snap poll by @naht.org.uk – and almost all respondents said they do not expect the watchdog to make any meaningful changes as a result of its consultation
More than 9 in 10 heads reject Ofsted’s report card plan
The NAHT urges Ofsted to rethink its plans after its snap poll shows an overwhelming rejection from school leaders
www.tes.com
February 6, 2025 at 11:49 AM
92% of school leaders reject Ofsted’s new report card plans, according to a snap poll by @naht.org.uk – and almost all respondents said they do not expect the watchdog to make any meaningful changes as a result of its consultation
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🚥 #Ofsted has explained in detail how its planned new inspections and report cards will work, including judgements in at least 8 key areas and a 5-point grading scale.
Here's everything you need to know ⬇️
Here's everything you need to know ⬇️
Ofsted’s report cards: everything you need to know
The new school report cards will launch in November, with plans to scrap ungraded inspections and subject deep dives
www.tes.com
February 3, 2025 at 5:05 AM
🚥 #Ofsted has explained in detail how its planned new inspections and report cards will work, including judgements in at least 8 key areas and a 5-point grading scale.
Here's everything you need to know ⬇️
Here's everything you need to know ⬇️
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January 30, 2025 at 3:55 PM
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#abrighterstart #strongerpracticehubs #education #educators #practitioners #teachers #EYFS #ShREC #nursery #childminders #PVIs #schools #earlyyears
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DfE announces information on new Early Years Teacher Degree Apprenticeship.
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January 31, 2025 at 10:03 AM
DfE announces information on new Early Years Teacher Degree Apprenticeship.
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Great insight into everything beyond the classroom this CofE school in Lincolnshire does to enable their pupils and families to flourish profiled on BBC News today. Repeated across the country.
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'We don't just teach - we clothe the kids, feed them and brush their teeth' www.bbc.com/news/article...
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'We don't just teach - we clothe the kids, feed them and brush their teeth' www.bbc.com/news/article...
Nearly half of schools give families financial help, teachers say
A survey of teachers in England suggests lots of schools are having to provide extra help for families.
www.bbc.com
January 29, 2025 at 6:31 AM
Great insight into everything beyond the classroom this CofE school in Lincolnshire does to enable their pupils and families to flourish profiled on BBC News today. Repeated across the country.
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'We don't just teach - we clothe the kids, feed them and brush their teeth' www.bbc.com/news/article...
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'We don't just teach - we clothe the kids, feed them and brush their teeth' www.bbc.com/news/article...