@exheadteacher.bsky.social
Ex head teacher now trying to write it all down before I forget it. I write about education, leadership, introversion, becoming an author, and more. exheadteacher.substack.com
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I am delighted to announce that my book is now available for pre-order from the lovely people at
Crown House Publishing www.crownhouse.co.uk
#QuietLeadership #HeadteacherNews #HeadteacherUpdate
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Thousands of primary #schools offer #preschool provision, but how can it be structured for maximum impact? Andrew Marsh – @exheadteacher.bsky.social – shares 8 principles for strong preschool-reception links, improving transition & boosting early years outcomes: buff.ly/LkunVh1#edusky #earlyyears
Working effectively with your in-school pre-school provision - Headteacher Update
Eight practical principles to structure preschool alongside reception for smooth transitions and a strong early years
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December 5, 2025 at 9:42 AM
Thousands of primary #schools offer #preschool provision, but how can it be structured for maximum impact? Andrew Marsh – @exheadteacher.bsky.social – shares 8 principles for strong preschool-reception links, improving transition & boosting early years outcomes: buff.ly/LkunVh1#edusky #earlyyears
Through my teaching career, I was always the IT guy. I never managed to shake that, even as a headteacher. I was always open to new tech, but AI, at least in the primary classroom, worries me. I have written about the DfE paper on Generative AI in my latest (free) Substack post. tinyurl.com/y23jnj9c
December 3, 2025 at 9:22 AM
Through my teaching career, I was always the IT guy. I never managed to shake that, even as a headteacher. I was always open to new tech, but AI, at least in the primary classroom, worries me. I have written about the DfE paper on Generative AI in my latest (free) Substack post. tinyurl.com/y23jnj9c
As an early years specialist, it was clear to me that getting the foundations right was vital if you wanted school-age children to flourish. In my latest article for Headteacher Update Magazine, you can read my tips for making the most of the early years.
www.headteacher-update.com/content/best...
www.headteacher-update.com/content/best...
Working effectively with your in-school pre-school provision - Headteacher Update
Eight practical principles to structure preschool alongside reception for smooth transitions and a strong early years
www.headteacher-update.com
December 2, 2025 at 3:56 PM
As an early years specialist, it was clear to me that getting the foundations right was vital if you wanted school-age children to flourish. In my latest article for Headteacher Update Magazine, you can read my tips for making the most of the early years.
www.headteacher-update.com/content/best...
www.headteacher-update.com/content/best...
I have created a list of what I believe to be the most introvert-friendly inventions of the last decade (or so). I would love to hear from other #introverts out there if there are any inventions that I have missed! open.substack.com/pub/exheadte...
The Ten Greatest Inventions of the Last Decade (or so)
from an introvert's point of view
open.substack.com
November 25, 2025 at 4:22 PM
I have created a list of what I believe to be the most introvert-friendly inventions of the last decade (or so). I would love to hear from other #introverts out there if there are any inventions that I have missed! open.substack.com/pub/exheadte...
Calling all introverts! I have written a guide to surviving Christmas from the perspective of a highly introverted person. Part one is now up, for free, on my substack. #introverts Exheadteacher.substack.com
Finding My Headspace | Andrew Marsh | Substack
I am an introvert who writes about introverted things. I write about leadership and education, and I am also trying my hand at fiction. My book 'Quiet Leadership: The Power of Intervention in Schools'...
Exheadteacher.substack.com
November 23, 2025 at 2:36 PM
Calling all introverts! I have written a guide to surviving Christmas from the perspective of a highly introverted person. Part one is now up, for free, on my substack. #introverts Exheadteacher.substack.com
It's out today, and it doesn't make for a pleasant read for anyone connected to the teaching profession. Check out my thoughts on the ‘Teacher Wellbeing Index 2025’, available for free on my #Substack #TeacherWellbeingIndex2025 open.substack.com/pub/exheadte...
My review of the Teacher Wellbeing Index 2025
plus some recommendations for actually improving things
open.substack.com
November 18, 2025 at 10:15 AM
It's out today, and it doesn't make for a pleasant read for anyone connected to the teaching profession. Check out my thoughts on the ‘Teacher Wellbeing Index 2025’, available for free on my #Substack #TeacherWellbeingIndex2025 open.substack.com/pub/exheadte...
I am passionate about challenging stereotypes of #introverts. We are not all quiet little mice, as demonstrated by the latest in my list of introverted role models, Eddie Murphy.
Yes, you read that correctly! More details in my latest Substack post open.substack.com/pub/exheadte...
Yes, you read that correctly! More details in my latest Substack post open.substack.com/pub/exheadte...
A New Hero for Introverts
I toyed, as I often do, with different titles for this one.
open.substack.com
November 12, 2025 at 10:20 AM
I am passionate about challenging stereotypes of #introverts. We are not all quiet little mice, as demonstrated by the latest in my list of introverted role models, Eddie Murphy.
Yes, you read that correctly! More details in my latest Substack post open.substack.com/pub/exheadte...
Yes, you read that correctly! More details in my latest Substack post open.substack.com/pub/exheadte...
I have started a new Substack, where I will post my fictional writing. Everything there will be loosely #horror themed, with my main focus being on a #folkhorror story I am writing. spookytales.substack.com
November 10, 2025 at 9:53 AM
I have started a new Substack, where I will post my fictional writing. Everything there will be loosely #horror themed, with my main focus being on a #folkhorror story I am writing. spookytales.substack.com
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In case you missed it: The Education Secretary is holding a live online event at 4:15pm on Wednesday 12 November, where she will discuss the Curriculum and Assessment Review and the government’s response.
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Focus on curriculum reform with the Education Secretary
The Education Secretary answers your questions on curriculum reform.
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November 9, 2025 at 4:09 PM
In case you missed it: The Education Secretary is holding a live online event at 4:15pm on Wednesday 12 November, where she will discuss the Curriculum and Assessment Review and the government’s response.
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/focus-on-c...
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/focus-on-c...
@themountaingoats.bsky.social Hello from the UK! I have written a post on my substack about the positive impact the music of The Mountain Goats can have on your mental health. open.substack.com/pub/exheadte...
A Gift for World Mental Health Day
from me to you!
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November 9, 2025 at 8:10 PM
@themountaingoats.bsky.social Hello from the UK! I have written a post on my substack about the positive impact the music of The Mountain Goats can have on your mental health. open.substack.com/pub/exheadte...
On my #Substack, I don't just write about education, leadership and introversion. I am writing a #folkhorror story too. Unsurprisingly, it takes place in a village school! Part seven has just been uploaded, and it can be found here exheadteacher.substack.com/s/the-villag...
The Village School - A Folk Horror Story | Finding My Headspace | Andrew Marsh | Substack
This section contains my ongoing folk horror, set in a village school. Click to read Finding My Headspace, by Andrew Marsh, a Substack publication. Launched 7 months ago.
exheadteacher.substack.com
November 9, 2025 at 8:58 AM
On my #Substack, I don't just write about education, leadership and introversion. I am writing a #folkhorror story too. Unsurprisingly, it takes place in a village school! Part seven has just been uploaded, and it can be found here exheadteacher.substack.com/s/the-villag...
Check out my new post, '8 Simple Rules for (Up)dating the National Curriculum. I have read a 200-page document so that you don't have to! exheadteacher.substack.com #headteacherupdate #headteachernews
Finding My Headspace | Andrew Marsh | Substack
I am an introvert who writes about introverted things. I write about leadership and education, and I am also trying my hand at fiction. My book 'Quiet Leadership: The Power of Intervention in Schools'...
exheadteacher.substack.com
November 7, 2025 at 12:57 PM
Check out my new post, '8 Simple Rules for (Up)dating the National Curriculum. I have read a 200-page document so that you don't have to! exheadteacher.substack.com #headteacherupdate #headteachernews
Here is the third and final part of my attempt to summarise the Curriculum and Assessment Review from a primary perspective. Parts one and two are also on my Substack. #HeadteacherNews #HeadteacherUpdate open.substack.com/pub/exheadte...
Reflections on the Curriculum and Assessment Review - Final Part
from a primary perspective
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November 7, 2025 at 9:19 AM
Here is the third and final part of my attempt to summarise the Curriculum and Assessment Review from a primary perspective. Parts one and two are also on my Substack. #HeadteacherNews #HeadteacherUpdate open.substack.com/pub/exheadte...
Here is part 2 of my no-nonsense reflections on the curriculum and assessment review. There is actually some good stuff in this part, believe it or not. Remember, I am reading the whole document, so you don’t have to! Part 1 is also available on mySubstackk. open.substack.com/pub/exheadte...
Reflections on the Curriculum and Assessment Review - Part 2
From a primary perspective
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November 6, 2025 at 8:13 PM
Here is part 2 of my no-nonsense reflections on the curriculum and assessment review. There is actually some good stuff in this part, believe it or not. Remember, I am reading the whole document, so you don’t have to! Part 1 is also available on mySubstackk. open.substack.com/pub/exheadte...
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If you don’t want to read the whole document (it’s nearly 200 pages long), check out my reflections on it here. I have tried to make it an easy read! #headteachernews #headteacherchat
open.substack.com/pub/exheadte...
open.substack.com/pub/exheadte...
Reflections on the Curriculum and Assessment Review
A primary perspective
open.substack.com
November 6, 2025 at 11:02 AM
If you don’t want to read the whole document (it’s nearly 200 pages long), check out my reflections on it here. I have tried to make it an easy read! #headteachernews #headteacherchat
open.substack.com/pub/exheadte...
open.substack.com/pub/exheadte...
If you don’t want to read the whole document (it’s nearly 200 pages long), check out my reflections on it here. I have tried to make it an easy read! #headteachernews #headteacherchat
open.substack.com/pub/exheadte...
open.substack.com/pub/exheadte...
Reflections on the Curriculum and Assessment Review
A primary perspective
open.substack.com
November 6, 2025 at 11:02 AM
If you don’t want to read the whole document (it’s nearly 200 pages long), check out my reflections on it here. I have tried to make it an easy read! #headteachernews #headteacherchat
open.substack.com/pub/exheadte...
open.substack.com/pub/exheadte...
My post on #substack today is entitled 'The Rise of the (Introverted) Robots'. I hope you enjoy it! open.substack.com/pub/exheadte...
The Rise of the (Introverted) Machines
Ok, so I am well aware that introspection and introversion are two different things, but hear me out on this one.
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November 5, 2025 at 11:28 AM
My post on #substack today is entitled 'The Rise of the (Introverted) Robots'. I hope you enjoy it! open.substack.com/pub/exheadte...
As an #introvert, one of the reasons I produce a substack is to let other overthinking introverts know that there are lots of us out there who think like they do. open.substack.com/pub/exheadte...
Out of my Comfort Zone
As an introvert, it is very easy for me to stay within my comfort zone.
open.substack.com
November 4, 2025 at 9:09 AM
As an #introvert, one of the reasons I produce a substack is to let other overthinking introverts know that there are lots of us out there who think like they do. open.substack.com/pub/exheadte...
Part of my mission as an #introvert is to help non-introverts better understand what goes through the minds of overthinking, anxious introverts like me. I also want to let other introverts know that they are not alone #introvertproblems open.substack.com/pub/exheadte...
#Introvert Problems
I live a quiet life.
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November 2, 2025 at 3:34 PM
Part of my mission as an #introvert is to help non-introverts better understand what goes through the minds of overthinking, anxious introverts like me. I also want to let other introverts know that they are not alone #introvertproblems open.substack.com/pub/exheadte...
Sunset this evening. This picture was taken on my phone from my front step. There is something rejuvenating about staring out to sea. Sometimes I am guilty of taking things for granted, but not tonight. #QuietLeadership
November 1, 2025 at 5:16 PM
Sunset this evening. This picture was taken on my phone from my front step. There is something rejuvenating about staring out to sea. Sometimes I am guilty of taking things for granted, but not tonight. #QuietLeadership
As an #introvert, I often struggle with small talk. Here are a couple of examples when it went wrong, as well as some of the tactics I use to get me through these kinds of situations
Awkward Conversations
How to cope when you are out of your comfort zone
open.substack.com
October 31, 2025 at 10:05 AM
As an #introvert, I often struggle with small talk. Here are a couple of examples when it went wrong, as well as some of the tactics I use to get me through these kinds of situations
As a primary school teacher and then senior leader, I struggled with the festival of Halloween. Should we be engaging with it in our schools, or is there a better way?https://exheadteacher.substack.com/p/halloween-vs-day-of-the-dead?r=4tu1ld
October 30, 2025 at 9:52 AM
As a primary school teacher and then senior leader, I struggled with the festival of Halloween. Should we be engaging with it in our schools, or is there a better way?https://exheadteacher.substack.com/p/halloween-vs-day-of-the-dead?r=4tu1ld
As someone who suffers from very poor sleep, I read this article with great interest. #insomnia #introvert
Can food boost your serotonin levels?
Most of us are aware that a healthy diet is good for our mental and physical health. But some research suggests certain foods may help boost levels of serotonin, known as the ‘feel-good’ chemical. Is ...
www.bbc.co.uk
October 27, 2025 at 3:39 PM
As someone who suffers from very poor sleep, I read this article with great interest. #insomnia #introvert
Podcasts are the perfect medium for introverts. There is one in particular that should be a must-listen for us. I have done a deep dive into why the medium, and this podcast in particular, appeals to people like me. #Introverts #ElisandJohn #QuietLeadership open.substack.com/pub/exheadte...
A Podcast for Introverts
The podcast, as a medium, is perfect for introverts like me.
open.substack.com
October 27, 2025 at 11:15 AM
Podcasts are the perfect medium for introverts. There is one in particular that should be a must-listen for us. I have done a deep dive into why the medium, and this podcast in particular, appeals to people like me. #Introverts #ElisandJohn #QuietLeadership open.substack.com/pub/exheadte...
Here is part two of my post focusing on the potential uses for #YouTube as a middle-aged surfer. I would love to hear from others my age (51) and older who use the site regularly. What do you use it for? open.substack.com/pub/exheadte...
YouTube for the Over-Fifties (part 2)
In the first part of this post, I quoted data which suggested that nearly 50% of people over 55 use YouTube several times a week.
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October 23, 2025 at 9:35 AM
Here is part two of my post focusing on the potential uses for #YouTube as a middle-aged surfer. I would love to hear from others my age (51) and older who use the site regularly. What do you use it for? open.substack.com/pub/exheadte...