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Emma Harrison @emmajharrisonx.bsky.social · 14d

It was fantastic to have my colleague @tiffharris.bsky.social on the podcast with Rob Gould from Barker discussing the latest school based nursery application phase. Do take a listen. @ascl-uk.bsky.social

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Emma Harrison @emmajharrisonx.bsky.social · 21d

Calling @ascl-uk.bsky.social Business Leaders. Our first online forum of the year is on 2 Oct. @melmoff.bsky.social Pensions Specialist will be joining us to talk all things pensions and we will be seeking your views on the #estatestandards and #schoolfoodreview.

Free as part of your membership.

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Toby Greany @tobygreany.bsky.social · 23d

We launched our UK Survey report from the #esrc Sustainable School Leadership research project today.

Big important findings on leaders' work (& workloads), well-being, career journeys & plans, professional learning, views on school contexts/ cultures & more!

www.nottingham.ac.uk/research/gro...

Sustainable School Leadership: Comparing Approaches to the Training, Supply and Retention of Senior School Leaders Across the UK - The University of Nottingham

www.nottingham.ac.uk

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The Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL) @ascl-uk.bsky.social · Sep 4

#ASCLmembers - September's Business Matters by @emmajharrisonx.bsky.social includes details of our Business Leader Online Forums, the latest Business Brunch podcast, and responses to the support staff pay and SSSNB consultations.

Subscribe at www.ascl.org.uk/MyASCL and 'Preferences'.

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

“More needs to be done to clearly distinguish where the core responsibilities of #education staff start and end."

Today, we launch our new paper, A Roadmap to a Sustainable Education System.

➡️Press release: ow.ly/Nv6O50WP8HZ

➡️Download report www.ascl.org.uk/RoadmapSustainableEducation

#policy

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Chartered College of Teaching @collegeofteaching.bsky.social · Aug 23

In June we released training materials, developed with Chiltern Learning Trust and DfE, to help teachers explore the opportunities and challenges of AI in education.

Access free AI training and optional certification here:https://chartered.pulse.ly/lurpjievqm

#AIinEducation

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Emma Harrison @emmajharrisonx.bsky.social · Aug 22

Good luck for the next chapter, Jasmine!

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Emma Harrison @emmajharrisonx.bsky.social · Aug 7

I wanted to share an @ascl-uk.bsky.social business brunch podcast from last year. We were joined by Helen Blythe from the Benedict Blythe Foundation. It feels timely to do so as the School Allergy Safety Bill recently had it first reading in the House of Commons.

www.ascl.org.uk/News/Podcast...

ASCL - Business Brunch ASCLPD

Senior leaders around the country across all phases and covering a wide variety of topics in conversation with ASCL. Listen to our range of podcasts here.

www.ascl.org.uk

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Emma Harrison @emmajharrisonx.bsky.social · Aug 7

Belated “Happy Retirement”

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The Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL) @ascl-uk.bsky.social · Jul 18

#ASCLmembers - our final newsletter of this academic year includes our response to the SSSNB consultation, and RSHE guidance.

We'll be back with special bulletins for results weeks, and our regular briefings will resume on 2 September.

We wish you all a well-deserved break and enjoyable summer.

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Emma Harrison @emmajharrisonx.bsky.social · Jul 1

Calling all @ascl-uk.bsky.social Business Leaders. Please do sign up for the next Business Leader Online Forum on 9 July. We are keen to hear your thoughts on questions posed by the DfE relating to their vision and strategic aims for School Business Professionals #businessleadership

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The Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL) @ascl-uk.bsky.social · Jun 24

"This would be an unprecedented step for ASCL and @naht.org.uk and underlines the strength of feeling about the proposed reforms. We very much hope this is not an action we have to take.”

Our joint letter today on encouraging withdrawal of #Ofsted inspectors: ow.ly/qbIV50WfqYr

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Emma Harrison @emmajharrisonx.bsky.social · Jun 24

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Emma Harrison @emmajharrisonx.bsky.social · Jun 17

We are also running a survey for our Business Leader members on your pay and conditions so that we can advocate on your behalf. Please complete it by 27 June!
@louisehatswell.bsky.social

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Emma Harrison @emmajharrisonx.bsky.social · Jun 17

📣Calling all @ascl-uk.bsky.social Business Leaders.

Following publication of the School Support Staff Negotiating Body (SSSNB) consultation paper, we have set up two Business Leader Online Forums to hear your views on the proposals.

ASCL does not believe the SSSNB will serve business leaders well.

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Emma Harrison @emmajharrisonx.bsky.social · Jun 17

We are also running a survey for our Business Leader members on your pay and conditions so that we can advocate on your behalf. Please complete it by 27 June!
@louisehatswell.bsky.social

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Emma Harrison @emmajharrisonx.bsky.social · Jun 17

📣Calling all @ascl-uk.bsky.social Business Leaders.

Following publication of the School Support Staff Negotiating Body (SSSNB) consultation paper, we have set up two Business Leader Online Forums to hear your views on the proposals.

ASCL does not believe the SSSNB will serve business leaders well.

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Emma Harrison @emmajharrisonx.bsky.social · Jun 16

One week to go until @ascl-uk.bsky.social Conference for New Heads. A packed agenda to prepare you for your new role. I will be hosting a roundtable on business leadership. See you there! #NewHeads

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Emma Harrison @emmajharrisonx.bsky.social · Jun 12

All ready for @ascl-uk.bsky.social Council for the next two days. Lots to talk about including the SSSNB consultation that came out yesterday. We will be engaging with members imminently for your views on this #businessleadership

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

We're proud to support #NationalSBLDay and shine a spotlight on the dedication, resilience and impact of business leaders and their vital role in #education.

Congratulations also to those shortlisted for the National SBL of the Year award.

National SBL Day | 6th June 2025 | School Business Services

National School Business Leaders’ Day is an opportunity to recognise and celebrate the invaluable contribution of School Business Leaders (SBLs) across the country.

www.schoolbusinessservices.co.uk

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Emma Harrison @emmajharrisonx.bsky.social · Jun 6

An absolutely inspirational day yesterday, on World Environment Day 🌍 at the @ascl-uk.bsky.social sustainability conference 💚

Many thanks to all of the keynotes, workshop leaders and panellists. Some top insights and information for delegates!

When great people come together, great things happen 💚

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SecEd @seced.bsky.social · Jun 2

The DfE wants #schools to have a sustainability lead & #ClimateAction Plan. @emmajharrisonx.bsky.social from @ascl-uk.bsky.social discusses what an effective strategy includes, signposts to useful resources/support & offers 10 actions to get your school started: buff.ly/zOGh1D0 #edusky

Sustainability and climate strategy in schools: A practical guide - SecEd

How schools can meet the requirements of the Department for Education’s Sustainability and Climate Change Strategy

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The Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL) @ascl-uk.bsky.social · May 30

“The wider problem is that there is a massive £13.8 billion maintenance backlog across the school estate and we are still nowhere near the level of investment needed to address this."

Our full response to announcement of £470 million for school repairs and maintenance: ow.ly/soMZ50W0NCs

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Emma Harrison @emmajharrisonx.bsky.social · May 29

🚨🚨it is 1 week to go to the @ascl-uk.bsky.social sustainability conference!

Delegates are in for a treat with an absolutely brilliant lineup of speakers sharing their journey and inspiring and supporting you on yours. A few tickets remain, get yours now! 💚

Emma Harrison @emmajharrisonx.bsky.social · May 24

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